Start by reading the Ultimate Real Estate Investing Guide: https://www.biggerpockets.com/guides/ultimate-real-estate-investing-guide/introduction2.

If you recall when the rates jump super quick a few years ago many of these same hedgefunds/insurance companies just one day decided to stop lending all together until rates stabilized..

Websites like Rentometer can give you a quick snapshot of rental comps in your area.Multi-Unit Strategy: If you can swing it, aim for a 3-4 unit property instead of just a duplex.

Many investors aim to jump straight into turnkey properties or multifamily deals to scale quickly, but the truth is that most people don’t have enough liquid capital to maintain consistent growth this way.

However, I quickly came to regret that decision.The company consistently ignores my emails and phone calls, often promising a callback that never comes.

If you plan on buying these properties using a mortgage its also best to begin the pre approval process and work with an investor friendly lender to help guide and educate you what the best product might be for your projects to make sure you dont already max out your borrowing power after the first deal.

You do have to make sure you respond quickly to any guest messages.

Flat fee buyer agency is new but growing quickly since the August 2024 agent compensation rule changes/lawsuit settlement.

One of its key features is the ability to pull comps quickly while ensuring the data is updated as fast as possible.

I quickly pulled some stats on: https://www.bestplaces.net/cit...Binghamton's population is 44,137 people.