Networking with other investors can provide valuable insights and support, helping you to navigate the often complex landscape of real estate investment.Remember to factor in potential risks and have a contingency plan in place.

I unfortunately blocked two plots and paid 20% for both and now it is almost 2 years and there is no response at all from Wagner or the builders :(-------The house will come with stainless steel appliances including a dishwasher, hood, refrigerator, and range.3 Bedrooms2 Bathrooms2 Car garage 1323Sq/ftThe price of this property is $198,000.00 with a 20% due at contract and the remaining 80% could be paid via conventional financing or cash.

Unless the land is super valuable, probably not collateral for the mobile homes. 

@Leslie L Meneus, while the forums can be pretty good, in-person networking and sharing ideas is much more valuable.  

Knowing what NOT to do is often the most valuable advice!

The 401k is a valuable asset but its my thought that I can use this asset to further increase my portfolio by putting that money to better use.

Thanks to everyone who posted their valuable perspectives here which has made this thread so amazing to read right from 2017 till Oct 2021.

, the more likely people will respond with valuable insights.Network actively: Join local investor meetups, online forums (like BiggerPockets), and social media groups focused on real estate to start engaging in conversations.Be open to learning: Real estate investing is a dynamic field, and the more you learn, the more you'll realize there’s to know!

Building a network of agents, contractors, vendors, and tradespeople is something I've spent a lot of time and energy doing, and it is immeasurably valuable in being able to do this.  

while i do think it's valuable to analyze properties, it's really difficult to underwrite based on photos.