Before you know it, the whole portfolio is paid off by age 65-70, and you’ve got financial freedom without relying on Social Security.

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Also I’m curious, though: do you have strategies you rely on to keep projects on schedule, especially with contractors?

I think LTR vs MTR is very area specific and would rely on the expertise of the local agents!

The course heavily relies on cold calling and emailing, which hasn't been effective for me as a novice.I'm considering a different approach, such as arbitrage, as it seems more accessible for a beginner.

In the end, it’s usually more profitable than relying on a home warranty.

A too high price will translate in a low ROI.

Those I know in this deal are elderly, unsophisticated with trust deed investing, and relied upon Capella’s supposed due diligence.

On the sale side of the equation I rely on 3rd party sales agents for my housing geared towards owner occupants.

Try using the BiggerPockets "Market finder" and see where that brings you and then just talk with agents in the market you pick and narrow down these options by relying on market local contacts to guide you.