Within our region there are countless small municipalities and neighborhoods, since all real estate is local I'm sure most of us aren't intimately familiar with all the mini-markets within our area.

It allows you to diversify into a portfolio of homes as opposed to putting all of your proverbial eggs in one basket.Be cautious tho as over the years I have witnessed countless investors buying properties in crappy areas, for more than they are worth and being passed on to crappy property management that nickel and dimes them to death (I guess all of those 15% "awesome" paper cap rates and promises of financial freedom aren't that awesome after all...)This is not just true for real estate deals but life in general (Your "piece of paper" degree does't necessarily dictate success in your chosen profession or your business)Real life experience is different to what any "piece of paper" says.In all reality guys it takes time to build financial freedom, and the more you can diversify your risk across multiple properties in your portfolio the less risk you bear in the long run.I may not be the smartest Aussie you have ever met, however I do understand a few basic rules that I follow on every acquisition I make.Strength in numbers, cash only, patience, and discipline.Let's talk about Strength first.Price point plays a big part of "strength in numbers" as it is safer to acquire 5 homes for a total of $350,000 as opposed to one for $350,000.What happens if "that one" property goes untenanted for 5 months?

This has also been asked countless times.

I've been watching countless videos and numerous hours listening to Podcast.

Dear BP community,After 2 months of daily research and countless of trips back and forth between south bay and Merced.

This proves that the threads exist but they're not being found by the actual BP search function.This issue has happened to me countless times and it's time for me to voice my frustration. 

On my first deal I analyzed countless properties, looked at about 75 of them, and put offers on 20. 

In running this business, I come across countless occasions when I could use a lawyer.

I have met countless BP'ers in person and have made some great relationships. 

I wouldn’t limit yourself to VA-only topics; there are countless military folks out there with all kinds of experience and techniques - id love to hear from them!