I don't think it is smart to start off buying foreclosures in an area that goes for 500-600k. 

Starting with smaller loans and building relationships with real estate professionals is a smart way to gain experience and diversify.

They can guide you on tax advantages, asset protection, and multi-state strategies.A HELOC is a smart way to leverage your equity—ensure your financing structure aligns with your long-term goals.Since you plan to add multiple properties annually, consider setting up bookkeeping and financial tracking systems early to streamline your operations.Best of luck with your BRRRR journey—it sounds like you’re off to a strong start!

@Jake Baker Locking in a lower rate with prepayment penalties makes sense if you’re holding long-term, and co-living is a smart way to boost cash flow while addressing affordability.

Well, using an FHA loan to house hack could be a smart move.

Your plan to flip in your market and reinvest in a cash-flowing, landlord-friendly market is smart.

This is a great question, and it’s smart to dig deeper into the assumptions turnkey providers are using in their calculations.

A smart kid would say  NYET.

Kowal: One question I always have of anyone selling a wealth building strategy, whether it's a surefire way to trade options, or someone peddling the best algorithim for trading stocks and bonds:  if you are so smart, why do you need to work at selling the product?

Quote from @Brian Koons: Constructing an Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) in Southern California is a smart move, especially in a highly desirable neighborhood.