No guaranteed way to stop a determined, experienced thief:(Only deterrents that push them to easier jobs.The roof may be a good idea - until they figure out the just need a ladder to get up there and a rope to lower it down. 

The thread addresses a different topic, the Real Estate Professional status, but the same principle applies to the hours in both contexts.

I found this property through my network of local real estate professionals and direct outreach.

Readers should seek professional advice.

Pool heaters are expensive but necessary Did you work with any real estate professionals (agents, lenders, etc.) that you'd recommend to others?

Off the bat, I had a few questions that hopefully someone more experienced can help: 1. do auctions allow financing after winning the bid, or do they require entire amount to be immediately wired? 

Timing and location critical Did you work with any real estate professionals (agents, lenders, etc.) that you'd recommend to others?

Would have done better if not slowed down by COVID in 2020 Did you work with any real estate professionals (agents, lenders, etc.) that you'd recommend to others?

I have other HELOCs that were much easier to get both personally and professionally.

Join local real estate groups, attend seminars, and participate in online forums like BiggerPockets to connect with other investors, lenders, and professionals in the field.## Additional Resources- Check out the BiggerPockets podcasts and webinars for more insights on these strategies.- Read books like "What Every Real Estate Investor Needs to Know About Cash Flow" by Frank Gallinelli to deepen your understanding of real estate investing.- Use local real estate agents who are familiar with investment properties to help you find the right deals.You're taking the right steps by seeking knowledge and networking.