There are several hurdles during the process:Find the deal - Unless you are marketing or plugged into a community where there are opportunities, it isn't always easy to find the right dealsEvaluate the deal - Without professional guidance and research tools, it is difficult for a newbie investor to evaluate and ARV/FMV or create an adequate rehab budgetSecondary exit strategies - If things don't go as planned are their other opportunities to exit profitably.

If you were green and new to this game, would you find the book that was recommended from a BP staff member valuable?

I implore you to do one of two things...1) find a partner that's been there, done that, and bought the tee-shirt so you can learn the ropes with someone who knows the pitfalls or, 2) start with a single-family or duplex with the guidance of someone that knows what they are doing.

I'm working on part of an investment strategy and I'm curious about having one more valuable property that, either through a large down payment or BRRR method comes in at 70 LTV, versus using creative financing to have multiple less valuable properties at high LTV.So, assuming all properties would be at just above break even, is it better to have one $600k property at 70% LTV, or four $300k properties at 95% LTV?

I'm a novice and was hoping that someone could provide me with some guidance? 

I’m looking for some advice and guidance.

Thank you for the valuable advice!

Any guidance is greatly appreciated!  

Quote from @Stepan Hedz: That’s a solid list, and I completely agree that these types of real estate investments can be risky for those without direct experience or proper guidance.

We’re currently working on a complete renovation in Silver Spring, so feel free to reach out if you need any assistance or guidance—I’d be happy to help!