All these strategies work, but the less money you have, the more you need to know the game and surround yourself with good people. $25K can absolutely get you started—it’s all about finding the right approach for your situation.

However, expect greater transparency and heightened consumer awareness that has come out of media attention and NAR settlement to impact the listing component of seller agency as well.

It can simplify end-of-year paperwork, but you’ll want to confirm the details with a tax pro.3.Long-Term Game PlanPaying out of pocket and keeping your medical receipts can be a great strategy.

Fannie is now also requiring the GP team to have significant skin in the game. 

That said, you deserve a management team that treats your properties with the same level of care and attention as they would for larger clientsI’ve heard from other investors that finding a great PM company can be a game-changer.

I’ve seen seasoned investors mismanage funds just as I’ve seen newer investors deliver solid returns by being disciplined, transparent, and data-driven.Rather than focusing solely on experience, I’d argue that the real minimum requirements are:1.

But, you may want to check out Bryt Software, it was a real game changer for us.   

House hacking in Chicago can be a game-changer—letting you live for free (or close to it) while building wealth through real estate.

If you're going to need a mortgage, you're locked out of the game. 

I'm always very transparent about my experience, living in Detroit, the pros AND the cons to investing there.Don't want people think I'm hiding something by omitting any of it.