Then you can read a more in-depth book like The Book On Rental Property Investing by Brandon Turner or The Unofficial Guide to Real Estate Investing by Spencer Strauss.You need to get a firm grasp on two things: the ways to make money with real estate, and how to find deals that match your goals.P.S.

Thank you I almost fell for it any  what cram that also does commercial buildings 

Highest number of units without getting into commercial buidling codes at 4 units you have additional engineering requirements. 

Im North of Phoenix South of Flagstaff. Do I need to choose a location close to home or farther away? Do I wait to get more cash? Go with auctions? I have preaproval for a 250K loan now. Houses are mostly at least 450...

Quote from @Joshua Kaufman: I'm having an issue with rent collection from a commercial tenant.

For commercial, I make the tenant pay for all utilities including water and sewage. 

Quote from @Collin Hays: This is zoned commercial, so I could do pretty much anything I wanted with it except a casino.ouIsn't the Texas legislature considering casino gaming this session? 

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.

Probably not enough the IRA to own real estate given reserves needed and such.

IF you are looking in the commercial space, you will want to look on the MLS but also with all of the commercial brokers.