Use the HELOC on cash-generating opportunities like flips, then use the cash generated to buy long-term buy and hold investments. 

The reality is real estate isn’t just about appreciation and cash flow—it’s also about survival when things go south.Many new investors operate on razor-thin margins, believing that rental income will always cover their expenses.

I’m diving into real estate investing with a focus on rental properties, and I’m looking to connect with like-minded investors, lenders, and partners.A little about me:•I’m currently working on securing my first rental property and seeking a strategic partnership with an investor willing to fund the deal while I handle the operations.

The idea is simple: purchase a property, live in one part, and rent out the rest to offset your mortgage or even generate profit.

Hello, I am owning/operating STRs in Groveland in Tuolumne County, and would love to connect if there is a group already.

Every day I mark how many calls to leads I made, how many people I contacted (and was it email, call, text) from my database/past clients....how many social media posts I answered or made, etc.I don't know if that's automating, but every week I can quickly see how much of each money generating thing I did.Do you use Google Calendar? 

That affects your loan amount and then principal & interest payment.2) Estimate rents based on recent rental comps3) Account for all operating expenses such as property taxes, insurance, repairs & maintenance (landscaping, snow removal, cleaning etc), property management (if applicable), vacancy, utilities (what does the tenant pay vs what you would pay?)

The truth is if your investors have no involvement in the operations, If they just put in money and expect to get a profit, you have created a de facto syndication.2) I see a ton of people who just raise money for the syndication. 

As with any investment, make sure it meets your objectives.I’d also encourage you to look at any losses you’re generating and view them as tax assets in case you have any income on any properties or any gains from any sales. 

I don't want to keep putting money into repairs on something that will never generate a return.