As somebody new to REI, what is the best way to handle rent lost when buying a fixer upper during the work?  Do you get a contractor in before making an offer/after, get an estimate on the work and time and then deduc...

What Are there creative strategies investors are using to offset those negative cash flows? 

Figure out your strategy and what works best for your project.cheers! 

I liked real estate so I got licensed, worked on a bunch of different RE strategies, started developing and managed to get myself stretched thin very quickly again, I basically made the pendulum swing way too far and had to consolidate again to find my path.

We're particularly interested in finding off-market properties that could use some TLC to bring them up to their full potential.Does anyone have tips on the best strategies for finding these hidden gems?

These additions are a practical way to maximize returns without acquiring new properties.Vacation Rentals: An oversupply has shifted many owners from short-term to long-term rental strategies.

One of my first clients is retiring this year using that strategy.  

Maybe incorporate another strategy.

Also an investor myself, id love to talk to you more about the DFW market and what strategies have worked for me over the years!

These areas may offer more affordable multifamily properties that fit your house hacking goals.Rochester and other distant markets could work for a BRRRR strategy, but it’s a big commitment given the distance.