Here's how to get started and advice on each area:Section 8 Rentals:Education: Learn about the Section 8 program, including eligibility requirements and benefits for landlords.Networking: Connect with local landlords who have experience with Section 8 rentals for practical advice and insights.Property Selection: Look for properties in Raleigh, NC, and surrounding areas that meet Section 8 housing standards and have potential for rental income.BRRR Method (Buy, Rehab, Rent, Refinance):Research: Study the BRRR method to understand how to find undervalued properties, finance renovations, and refinance to pull out equity.Partnerships: Consider partnering with contractors, lenders, and real estate agents experienced in BRRR to streamline the process.Market Analysis: Analyze local market conditions to identify neighborhoods with potential for property value appreciation and rental demand.Airbnb Properties:Regulations: Familiarize yourself with local regulations and zoning laws governing short-term rentals in Raleigh, NC.Property Preparation: Prepare properties to meet Airbnb standards, including furnishing, amenities, and guest experience.Marketing: Develop a marketing strategy to attract Airbnb guests, leveraging platforms like Airbnb and optimizing property listings.Overall Strategy:Continuous Learning: Stay updated with industry trends, attend local real estate meetups, and consider joining real estate investor groups.Financial Management: Manage your LLC, Opal Capital Holdings, effectively to track expenses, income, and tax obligations.Long-Term Goals: Keep your multifamily apartment goal in mind, and progressively scale your real estate portfolio based on experience and market opportunities.If you would like some help getting started, or just want to discuss please feel free to reach out to me directly.

If Airbnb was paying a higher rate than hotel/motel industry that would be a cause for concern.  

This is a problem that could destroy the tourism industry of the whole Caribbean industry.

I no longer do it but the old group and that LLC is still alive and well doing it.. margins are just too thin for my taste.Closest to that would be to hold yourself out as a foreclosure service whereby you chase down all the deals do title and bid for the money people and take a fee.. this is quite an industry in PHX and other markets like Atlanta.. 

We need MORE positive female role models in the investment community to show young girls that this is industry is not just for the boys.

over the past 7 years I’ve had dealt with countless of bad contractors, several incidents with occupants of the neighborhood that the property is in ( once I walked in on squatters and got into a physical confrontation) , and of course the relentless pursuit of hungry investors calling me and any family member that tracing programs associates with me about wanting to buy my property all while dealing with a career/industry change and finishing college during a pandemic 😮‍💨.so here I am recent graduate ready to finally devote the majority of my focus to getting over my newbie investor hill.

Although, REI does require a ton of journal entries compared to other industries haha.

It also is there for other landlords to see, so it can benefit others in our industry.

As stated, this is not my lane in the industry.

I have experience with them and they are Very good for helping  new to the industry folks and or people who never would have had a chance to get into this industry.