In most of those cases, their broker took a high fee and the investor didn't end up with a great deal.Here are a couple of things that are a tipoff you are not working with a broker with your interests at heart (1) they want to pull your credit before having a conversation, or (2) they send you a long list of things you need to provide them before learning about you and your deal.The conversation should start with why you are interested in REI, then understanding your strategy to get there.

In cities desperate for revival (Rochester and Binghamton are high on that list), this is the wrong move. 

BiggerPockets also has a calculator to analyze deals, and I highly recommend you start this as soon as possible, even if you are not ready to buy.

Diversify your portfolio by investing in high-appreciation and cash-flow markets.Good luck!

Perfect for today’s market.Speed of Approval: He was aproved and had access to funds within two weeks, which gave him the edge to close on a high-potential property.Clear Communication: The team explained everything in plain English.

Start getting your situation less debt ridden by paying down or on your next investment put more cash down to make it highly intrinsic. 

Don't get me wrong the market goes up more over time then down but if you happened to take out the loan when the market was at a high point this would actually be a win for you.  

Luckily Airbnb roommates are much better because they are gone a lot and you can take breaks / just rent in high seasons, etc.

Rates are high.

Assume you have cash currently earning 4.6% in high yield savings.