When you do a little extra work ahead of time, the process goes so much more smoothly.

It may even take a 3-5 years to get cash flow positive but if during that time it is cheaper to own monthly, than pay rent, you are way ahead.  

If the software is not simplifying your life or making you more accurate, you shouldn't use it.Software does have extremely helpful features like online payments, marketing syndication (click a button, and your property is advertised on multiple sites), electronic document review/signing, maintenance tracking, and owner reports.

Its like the Airbnb that says $20 a night but when you click its $100 cleaning fee. 

Getting the information takes time and experience but once you have it you'll be light years ahead of others who are just starting out. 

I haven't sold yet, I've been analyzing property to get a head start on the 45-day timeline of identifying the potential replacement property (and because I enjoy analyzing property). 

You can click on the magnifying glass in the upper corner I will repeat as I do every time.

As we wrap up the year and look ahead to 2025, the real estate market continues to present unique challenges and opportunities for investors, brokers, and lenders alike.

Wishing you the best with your exam and your journey ahead.

After listening to hours of the different BP podcasts, I decided to just go ahead and join so I can have more community for guidance and learning and moving towards my first deal.