Sometimes the first action is not actually the action of buying, it's the action of research and formulating a plan.

When you hang out with people who are actually doing deals you will eventually feel silly when you are the only one not taking any action.

Parents typically foot the bill, so students are not as price sensitive.

I can't find where the Florida Supreme Court has answered the question, so it appears in Florida, it's an open question as to whether the OP's neighbor would lose a civil action.

Here’s some advice that I hope is actionable for you:Consider attending the California Mortgage Association’s conference this September in Newport Beach.

These are just a few ways to begin making contacts and learning about the strategies available to you.Once you decide on a strategy, I'd recommend connecting with an investor-friendly lender who will give you an idea of how much you qualify to borrow for your first property.As you progress in this initial research phase, your goals and action plans will become clearer.All the best!

In my Platform Builders Course/Mastermind with Michael Blank, some of the other syndicators in the course are the real deal and taking action, some are frankly wasting the $25k and will never do a deal. 

Once you've built your network and feel confident in your expertise, take action.

If within two years from the date the earnest money was deposited in the broker’s trust account, and the parties have not provided the broker with such signed instruction or written notice that such legal action to resolve the dispute has been filed, the broker shall return the earnest money to the purchaser with no further notice to the seller.

This improvement suggests a growing buyer interest and possibly limited inventory, creating favorable conditions for quick turnovers.Toledo OH - RE Analysis (April 2024) - House Sales (1).pdfDemographics and Economic FactorsPopulation and Economic CharacteristicsPopulation Size: With a smaller population of 5,341, 43620 offers less competition in buying and selling, which is beneficial for flippers targeting niche market needs.Income Levels: The lower median household income ($27,442) suggests a demand for affordable, refurbished homes—ideal for flipping projects aimed at cost-sensitive buyers.Housing and Ownership TrendsRenter-Occupied Properties: A high percentage (68%) of renter-occupied properties indicates a transient population, potentially less targeted for flipping.