@Stuart UdisAll great comments, seems like putting skin in the game will be a reassuring factor for any potential investors.

We talked about the pros and cons and he said I had to meet his partner, Ron who is a part owner in a CrossFit gym and sits on the board of a sports marketing and gaming company.

I agree with you and @Doug Smith because I been laughed away enough to realize that aint the game anymore. 

And then your REI income matches your W2 income the first time etcTo your question: equity is the name of the game.

Keep the risk in check so you will not be taken out of the game. 

Quote from @Jonathan Greene: Quote from @Jamie Parker: Quote from @Jonathan Greene: Those are video game calculations.

I'm new to the real estate game and have heard a lof of good things about Propstream and Dealmachine.

That is an upfront game plan with numbers that should be somewhat fail proof if done correctly.Lastly dont forget that 85% of people who take out a HELOC end up doing a refinance within 3 years to consolidate into one loan. 

Very nice suburb area outside of Dallas and I'm very much ready to get in the real estate game!

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