Of course some of us (looking at you Jay...ok, me too ;) aren't just in this to create retirement income, this is a career, so there's more of a cyclic, upward momentum where leverage and cash purchases each play a part.

Depending on how much you can save and cash flow from your career/W2 income and house hack, you may be able to purchase another property in your first year.

. #1 make sure you have a deal worth having #2 market the deal to REIA's and other places until you find a interested buyer.even if you dont find one for that property in 6months(and the contract falls through after 6 months) you would have gained a lot of knowledge and connections that could help further your goals and career in the business.

I am starting out my real estate investing career, and I have a great plan.( or at least that's what I think).

Feel free to PM me at your convenience.Once again, welcome, Nikole, and I wish you all the best in your real estate investing career!

Feel free to PM me at your convenience.Once again, welcome, Dennis, and I wish you the best in your real estate investing career!

That is, if you actually cold call for 12 hours, on average, you should find a suitable property.

I have not done a lease option yet in my investing career.  

I am starting my career as a house flipper and I can’t wait to begin.

And finally, I plan to move to Houston (not set in stone) by this time next year, would it be best to wait, study more, and pursue a flipping career in Texas or would Illinois be better?