Southwestern Michigan offers plenty of charm and is a destination place but would definitely make sure your ROI makes sense based on your long- and short-term goals with the property.

They may offer less direct management and, depending on the location, could provide a solid return.Peer-to-Peer Lending or Crowdfunding: You could look into real estate crowdfunding platforms that let you invest in real estate projects without owning property.

I agree that the market is very competitive in California - especially if you are searching via the MLS or making offers to distressed or vacant property homeowners. 

I frequently see sub2 deals on FB and other sites and out of curiosity I look at what they are offering. 

Get in front of tired landlords, who may offer you a hand up.  

In my firm, we underwrite the Sponsor as a company in addition to their individual offerings.

Heads up, South Korea is now forcing Airbnb to offer full refunds to South Korean guests all the way up to the final day of the reservation. 

TIC offers lower entry costs and flexibility but comes with shared risks and complexities.

Be sure to explore all around the forums as well as many of the FREE tools that Bigger Pockets provides.I am on the lending side of things and am always happy to hop on a call to discuss loan options that are out there, even if not offered by my resources.

I was going to wait to build my portfolio bigger before starting an numbered company, but I'd like to hear what the BP community has to offer in words of advice.Here are the current numbers I'm working with.