Has anyone ever started a mail drop store?

BiggerPockets is full of resources designed to help you along your journey, whether you are just getting started or a seasoned investor.

I’m a super eager wannabe real estate investor, my largest barrier is my lack of start up funding.

This is the way to start in my opinion!

@Geoff Engel I'm 42 with two tweens and got started on the FI journey about 10 years ago.

Your financial background is a huge asset, and it’s great that you’re starting locally in Milwaukee while keeping an eye on future expansion.If you’re looking to connect with like-minded investors, the Rental Property Association of Wisconsin is a fantastic resource for networking with rental portfolio owners, accessing legal resources, and finding contractors. https://www.aasew.org/For mentors, funding sources, and flippers, the Milwaukee REIA is another great group to explore. https://www.milwaukeereia.com/I’m a member of both and find unique value in each—maybe we’ll cross paths at a future meeting!

We need to start tracking the stats that count around here!

FlashlightTape measure/Laser measurePaper/Pen/iPadBinocularsReceptacle testerLevelMarbleDroneRespirator/Face Mask/Eye Protection/GlovesAQI testerWater pressure gaugeThermal cameraEndoscope cameraKnifeI bought over 20 houses in my lifetime and I’ve never taken more than a flashlight. 

I realize that there are variables from market to market and property to property that could make VRBO more effective for a given property, but my understanding is that in general Airbnb bookings get out to such a dominant start in regard to percentage of the bookings, that VRBO and other lesser OTAs have trouble catching up.

If you want private investors, start by asking friends, family, or colleagues in your network who may wish to a passive income opportunity.