Denise’s approach to passive investing in larger deals would also be a way to generate solid returns without the stress of direct ownership.If you’re looking for actionable next steps:Speak with a business broker to explore your options before selling / tapping into your equity.Talk to a lender to see what financing and leverage options exist.Look into syndications or passive investment opportunities like Denise suggested.Join local and online real estate groups to connect with people successfully executing these strategies.There’s no single “right” answer, but the key is making a decision that keeps your money working for you without locking you into another job.

With careful planning and local insights, Richmond can be a solid addition to your investment portfolio.Good luck!

The current market makes it tough to find solid cash-flowing deals, especially with 20-30% down.

Your mentor’s advice about starting with a rental property is solid, and a duplex could be a great option for house hacking.

You want to make sure the investment is solid and then focus on the benefits.

As Nathan stated.... you have solid policies and protocols in place and you follow them.

The sale evidently resulted in Quest’s owners getting zippo (hearsay, working to confirm that). 

Networking with experienced investors, running the numbers carefully, and focusing on solid markets have worked well for many.

That way, you have clear evidence if there’s ever a dispute.The the PM open to you talking to the cleaners so you can understand the scope of the job?

I think a heloc is a solid method to fund a flip.