My ultimate goal is to go from fix and flip to plexes.

Lost money on many of them ultimately, made a little bit on a few, spent a TON of time on them all...way more than initially anticipated. 

Ultimately, you can almost make money anywhere given the rich circumstances but it's a matter of risk appetite and I wish you all the best with it.Beware of the sargassum thought.

Knowing your exit strategy is essential, regardless of whether your goal is to keep onto the property for the long term, sell it for a profit, or switch to another investing approach.Your choice will ultimately be based on your tastes, risk tolerance, and investing goals.

Ultimately, it depends on how much effort you want to put into it. 3) Thoughts on interest rates/real estate market in 2024?

Here's a few for example.The Ultimate Guide to Wholesaling Real EstateThe Beginner's Guide to Wholesaling Real EstateBigger pockets also has a book on the Subject How to Wholesale Real EstateGood Luck!

I just wanted to take a moment to say hi to everyone who gets up and fights the good fight by striving to achieve the ultimate reward, getting a deal under contract. 

I started by reading the ultimate beginners guide on BP.

As far as your risk level goes, I'd say you're actually being smart and disciplined (not buying anything unless you're making a profit as soon as its bought) which what i believe you NEED to do in order to not only survive in this business, but to thrive.As for my farm area, No, i havent decided that or figured that out yet.

This allows you to survive if something unexpected happens, or to invest again once you get some confidence and learn more.Trust your research, trust your calculations and ultimately trust yourself.