@Sean Dillon I am also from Long Island and house hacked 2 of my 3 rentals there before I moved.

My oldest daughter moved to TX "for the warmer weather" and I was laughing with her the other day that TX was same temp and had more snow.

and if you don't have enough money to house hack in San Diego... save up until you do.and if you want to move somewhere else, house hack there. 

Similarly, quality dividend-paying companies often retain some earnings to reinvest in their business, increasing the company's (and your) value over time.

@Andy Ptak when jumping into the industry you have a few choices:1) Start at the bottom2) Leverage your experience to convince someone to give you a chance3) Decide between:--- Big companies who will usually start you at the bottom--- Small companies that will more like to a chance on hiring you for an above entry level position.

Keep in mind that many responsible agents tend to be conservative with their valuations, especially in today’s market, where properties aren’t moving as quickly as they once did.If we’re in a conservative market, pricing on the lower end may make sense, but it’s always good to weigh your options carefully.

Next to impossible without a property management company or a ton of experience in rehabs.

The process will be slow, but with patience and smart planning, you can move forward step by step.🔹 Property Tax Relief – If your property is severely damaged, you may qualify for reassessment and potential tax refunds.

@Jay Sloan  Hello, for someone who is interested in learning about commercial real estate can you tell me why the proof of funds from Peter Harris' company seemed out of the ordinary? 

I found a good turnkey property company out in Memphis.