Get out of your comfort zone.

In that environment buying in the hood becomes very tempting, but that little bit of cash flow comes with a huge cost in headaches, the probability of property damage (things like a charcoal grill in the living room) and long term you might just be treading water.Average net cash flow is probably around $200 per door after you have stabilized the property, so you need a few units before it amounts to something.

It is just safer to start something like this in an environment where you have a better chance of succeeding. 

Having a unified approach can help manage stress and ensure you’re both comfortable with the financial decisions.Market Research:Thoroughly research the market and neighborhoods where you plan to buy.

You're getting OJT right now, but you're about to get burned very badly in a very tenant friendly environment if you don't get the help you need WHILE you're learning.

ALSO, very important here, if the fear is inflation, the last asset you want to be invested in during an inflationary environment is fixed income.

Make sure you feel comfortable with the lease terms in case someone does need to be evicted and review the policies of Oxford House or anyone else you might rent to.

Also, investments over $550K now qualify for a 10-year golden Visa, which is drawing even more investors to the city.In Dubai the investment process is pretty straightforward, thanks to a business-friendly environment.

It is a slow growth process to get comfortable debt and with responsibility.

You instruct the banker for company B to write a letter, on bank letterhead, confirming a DOLLAR AMOUNT of funds available (it doesn't have to be everything, just enough to comfortably cover the deal), and deliver it, along with the offer, to the listing agent or seller.