I think this mindset stemmed from my family struggling after the 2008 crash. - 2022-2023 I let my spending get out of my natural comfort zone. - 2024, I’ve been retraining myself to focus on saving & budgeting.Any helpful tips to help balance this?

It took me a couple of years to finally take action and start my real estate investing journey, but I continue to use BP as my #1 go-to resource.

Criminals and homeless will typically move on to an easier target.It is better to spend $1,000 - $2,000 to properly secure the property than to continually deal with these problems and expenses.

Situated in Houston's vibrant inner loop, it ranks among the city's most coveted and rapidly expanding neighborhoods.Job Growth: Houston is expected to add approximately 57,600 jobs in 2024, continuing its trend of robust employment growth.

@Teahjsia FrazierTo build a portfolio and replace monthly income, consider strategies like leveraging your current home with a Home Equity Line of Credit (HELOC), using FHA loans for low down payment, renting out your current home, using creative financing options like seller financing, private money lenders, or partnerships, building cash flow with smaller deals first, using the BRRRR strategy (Buy, Rehab, Rent, Refinance, Repeat), minimizing expenses and maximizing savings, and continuously educating yourself through books, podcasts, and networking groups.

The struggle will be finding those great contractors, agents, and boots on the ground to get stuff done for you!! 

One key advantage is the VA loan, which allows you to buy a home with no down payment and competitive interest rates, making it easier to purchase property.As you continue to invest, you can use rental income to help cover mortgage payments or expand your portfolio over time.

I will take what you said into consideration and complete the screening with them.I hope they are a great fit but if not then will continue the search for a new tenant.Have a great rest of your night!

Have your heirs repeatMany wealthy families do this over and over again and pay little to no taxes as their RE portfolio continues to grow.

Like Jay, I'm struggling to understand the details.You have a bridge loan... for what amount?