As a homeowner in OC, I have enjoyed appreciation in the past few years, but look at how there are so many rental listings:Isn't this a hint for what's coming next?

If you have any specific questions feel free to reach out I always enjoy talking REI!  

For between $50-80,000 you can likely get into a decent duplex which would help you figure out if you enjoy investing or not.

@Jack Medford Hope you enjoyed your time in CA! 

Enjoy one of the best locations. 5 min drive to Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist Hospital (or a 15 min walk), 10 min drive to downtown Winston Salem, 15 min drive to Wake Forest University.

You seem confused over the difference between a real estate investor and a lender.As a real estate investor, you own the property and enjoy cash flow, appreciation, tax benefits, and equity.

I would enjoy all the contacts anyone could provide for me!  

It will be along the line of…This broker I’ve worked with 10 times over the last 20 years brought me a smoking deal.

Being new to the REI world, I'm eager to connect with fellow investors, real estate agents, and anyone with insights into the NC market.Whether it's grabbing a coffee, enjoying a drink, or visiting potential properties, I'm open to various ways to connect and learn from each other.

The tenant smoked weed, partied and trashed my place, the turn over cost is around $6000.