Not remaining anoynmous or worried about the laundry list of things most novice investors focus their time and energy on that adds zero value.

If you jumped into REI and started swimming the only thing stopping you is probably DEAL flow, contractor support, and the economic conditions of your market.

thank you all for the feedback. feeling the energy and warmth.

Track key performance indicators (KPIs) and keep up of market, economic, and regulatory developments as you regularly assess and tweak the performance of your portfolio.

Understand factors like demand, supply, demographics, and economic trends.Diversification: Spread your investments across different types of properties, locations, and markets to reduce exposure to risk.Financial Analysis: Conduct comprehensive financial analysis, including assessing potential rental income, expenses, and cash flow projections.

I'm looking at flood zones, population growth/decline, crime rate, the economic trends and future or current incentives for development in the area, what the biggest employers are, Zillow for rental comparisons, and property pricing.

The economic machine, as complex as it is, moves in cycles.

You're asking someone to spend a lot of time and energy to share what they've spent years - maybe decades - learning and developing.

The appealing aspect here is the ongoing population growth and other economic factors.

Which would require you bringing ~$25k to close. your plan seems smart and based in the reality of our current economic conditions.if you would like additional info about what's available in my midwest market, including analysis of possible acquisitions, reach out to me.