Going through my real estate journey I have learned a lot, I am 24, a veteran and a graduate from Temple University,I started with aspirations of investing on a property and making a quick flip.My problem lied with fear of failing, my capital and my savings.I decided I wanted to learn the real estate market and know the ins and outs before I would make a bold choice on buying my first real estate home.

But here’s where you need to think like an investor, not just a homeowner.I like numbers - I can lie numbers can’t - First, the numbers.PITI: $1,600–$1,800Expected rent: $1,800–$2,000Potential apartment rent: $900–$1,200At face value, you’re at least breaking even, maybe cash flowing a little.

Major items include converting an office space to a full bath and walk in closet, existing bathroom renovation, new deck, add a new driveway and car port, kitchen renovation, new flooring, new windows and doors, paint, replace siding, replace roof and add some curb appeal.

For instance, Berea is a charming college town, but the combination of local taxes and less favorable price-to-rent ratios makes it less appealing for investment compared to other areas in the state.Agree here! 

The concept of 'house hacking' was incredibly appealing.

The appeal is pretty much just the low monthly payment.Are there any ways to bring low money down on assumable mortgage deals to avoid paying a lump sum of $100k+?

They are lawyers so can appeal through the whole process essentially for free.

Despite a minimal rehab budget, targeted improvements increased the property's appeal.

We increased curb appeal, added a nice split rail fence, new floors, and rented it out with all appliances, washer, dryer, and microwave included.

An additional benefit of a detailed engineering-based Cost Segregation Study is that it can increase potential insurance premium savings as well as provide support for the property tax appeals process.