I suggest leveraging this platform for networking, ongoing learning, and continuous growth.

And none of them think differently so they continue to say this in these threads.10k is fine, today.

With the economy and market as they are, should I continue aggressively paying down the HELOC to potentially borrow against again or should I just pay the Interest Only (IO) payments and seek other funding at the current day higher interest rates?

I will be able to do my first purchase in Q4.My investment goals are to retire from my W2 in 6 years by the time I am 40, continue my location independence and split my time between the business and writing (it's hard to give up stories when you have worked with it since you were 19).

The Person is wanting to sell me their home for the amount of Equity they have built in it right now. approx. 20KThe Seller has agreed to Let me Lease to own and sublet the home and continue to run it as I see fit. ( i am going to keep it as a AirBnb)Is there a way transfer me onto the deed and then refinance the house out of the VA Loan and into my name?

Hello Community, as you might see I'm not to new of member in Biggerpokets, but I continue learning everyday about investing in real state.If you want to connect, I´m in southern Virginia around the Hampton Roads area send me a message and lets connect!!!

How much has it settled and will it continue to settle?

As a syndicator, I can say that raising capital has become much more challenging since 2022, so many deals have closed in the last two (2) years that aren't fully funded and that are continuing to raise capital after the closing.There's likely truth to the money being raised going towards reserves, which is a very important part of any syndication deal (running out of money is one of the big reasons why syndication deals don't go well). 

Quote from @Jackson Ebersole: Hi Piper,It's always smart to flip properties in-state, and I'd like to share some updated insights on why this approach is beneficial, especially in the New Jersey area.Lenders typically feel more comfortable with in-state flips because:You can manage the rehab more easilyYou have better knowledge of local real estate trends and valuesYou can respond quickly to issues or make decisions fasterThere's a lower risk of fraud or being taken advantage of by distant partnersI can help you with recommendations for the New Jersey market:North Bergen: Continues to show strong potential, with average profits now around $150,000 per flip and a gross ROI of 85%.Willingboro: While specific flip numbers aren't available, the market remains active with a gross ROI now averaging around 130%.Gloucester City: Still a top performer, with gross ROI hovering around 180-190%, though still on smaller profit margins.Irvington: Home values have continued to rise, with a 20% increase over the past two years.East Orange: Has seen steady growth, with home values up by about 16% since 2022.Paterson: Experienced a 14% increase in home values over the last two years.Additionally, Jersey City and Newark have emerged as promising markets for flips, with strong appreciation rates and growing demand.

Seeking some advice and tips on how to continue in the right direction, looking to continue buying real estate in Baltimore I just recently moved into a newly renovated single family row home but already thinking about the next opportunity out there.