I agree, shorter-term plays are tough in the current environment, and patience paired with a strong strategy often leads to success, unfortunately this is a strategy that a lot of real estate investors don’t really have the experience and the patience to follow.

Unfortunately, we see that a lot.

Unfortunately it only makes sense for a flip.

@Dmitriy Fomichenko not sure if you were aware, but depending on your income and circumstances, you can convert that money into a Roth IRA, tax free.A friend of mine lives in Washington state (no state income tax) and his taxable income is about $50k a year.

Unfortunately, this is the end result in many instances when purchasing in lower barrier markets whether through a turn key provider or on your own  and the question of who will buy this property when you choose to sell is rarely given the time it deserves. 

I just want to explain my circumstances and see how people with experience and knowledge in real estate would move forward if they were in my shoes.

Hi, Unfortunately I will be unable to attend. 

It shouldn't, under any circumstance I can think of, be the basis of a growth strategy.

It is restricting my freedom and ability to buy more properties.Hey Elisa, Unfortunately, there is no way to bypass the HOA covenants & restrictions.

Unfortunately I don't have broker connections myself, as I am only an investor in syndications and not doing my own deals.