A lot of tired or retiring landlords don't want to pay 3% to a Realtor plus Capital Gains.

Laundromats and carwashes have gained popularity exponentially almost in the 6 years. 

If you’re interested in investing in real estate, you can consider doing so with a Self-Directed IRA to defer taxes on capital gains until you actually withdraw the funds from your IRA.

It's hard enough to find food management much less good builders from a distance.I've heard good things about Columbus, but I'm just getting my feet wet and gaining some familiarity with Cleveland market.

Being nearby allows you to stay hands-on—you can see, touch, and fully immerse yourself in the process.There’s a lot to learn, not just about managing rentals but also about overseeing property management companies.Handling tenants and maintenance can feel overwhelming at times, but starting with a property close to home gives you the opportunity to gain valuable experience.

However, longer-term bonds (1-5+ years) are subject to interest rate volatility:If rates rise, bond values drop, potentially leading to negative net returns.If rates fall, bonds appreciate, but gains are capped by their fixed coupon rates.While Treasuries provide stability, they offer limited upside and carry hidden risks for medium- to long-term maturities.Why Real Estate Is a Stronger Option in Today’s MarketMultifamily real estate, particularly value-add properties, presents an asymmetric risk-reward profile that Treasuries simply cannot match.

Thus, my main goal joining this forum is to try to gain confidence in the decision to get into real estate investment and better understand the risks that I may not be considering due to my lack of experience in the field.

The client will be solely responsible for capital gains taxes, including depreciation recapture, regardless of the agreement to share proceeds.

I’m planning to start by buying in Buffalo to gain experience and learn the ropes.

I hope one or more can get the attention of their state attorney general and the SEC.