Overcoming Common Financing HurdlesMortgage brokers excel at tackling challenges that often derail new investors:Low Down Payments: Brokers can find lenders offering low or no-down-payment loans, ideal for new investors with limited capital.Complex Income Streams: If you’re self-employed or have variable income, brokers can identify lenders that accept alternative documentation.Competitive Rates: Brokers have the leverage to negotiate better rates and fees, saving you thousands over the life of your loan.Pro Tip: Communicate your investment goals clearly with your broker so they can tailor their search to your needs, whether it’s a short-term fix-and-flip loan or a long-term rental property mortgage.3.

Virtually everyone lives somewhere especially true for those that pay taxes (in CA property and income tax).  

Where do you want to be in life in 3-5 years?

If you truly want to "retire" young, keep investing and living your life you'll need a ton more.

The more I talked the more I found out how many people in my life either invest or are interested in investing.

HELOC can be good for this situation - then you can pay it down and use it again for other life events etc. 

It’s awesome to see your excitement @Joe —this journey can truly be life-changing.As someone who started out while serving in the military, here’s some advice I wish I had early on: take action, even if it’s small.

Quote from @Andrew Lawlor: I've been actively investing in short-term rental properties for the past three years, managing one live property and another that will go live in two months.

Life sucks, then you die.So will the compensation payouts take decades?

I doubt it was actually live.