Quote from @Brandon Croucier: Close fast, stay in comfortable LTV positions is the name of the game.Absolutely, staying in a strong LTV position is crucial for minimizing risk, especially when moving quickly on deals.

You must work at least 750 hours per year in a qualified RE business.So most people who have high-earning W-2 jobs outside of real estate won't qualify.But the unique thing about RE pro status is that even if you don’t qualify but your spouse does, you can both file jointly and claim the losses from your RE investments to offset your other active income together.It's an incredibly powerful benefit if you do meet the criteria.

Refinance activity is expected to pick up soon.

The REI community here is extremely active.

We are actively searching for firms or individuals who specialize in property sourcing, as well as those who offer risk analysis/advisory services.The markets we are focusing on for purchasing are Georgia, Florida, Texas, and Michigan.

However, if you choose lenders that originate the loan (purchase/rehab/DCSR) to the LLC (entity) and do NOT report to the credit bureaus then as long as you do not default on a loan, the odds are slim that your borrowing activity will appear on personal credit.

For me, making the best decision is crucial.

I like places like Petersburg, VA and Wilson, NC....let me know if you want to chat or talk partnerships, im actively looking for partners in current opportunities. 

I am thinking about actively trying to grow my investment portfolio and use my existing properties as leverage to acquire more properties.

But there’s only so much juice you can squeeze out of a portfolio.Interest rates are coming down and activity will increase in 2025, though the housing shortage is keeping prices elevated.So what can investors do?