Hey guys,I'm going to be living stateside after being active duty overseas the past four years with an itch to get into real estate.Will be in Lawton, Oklahoma for five months (very slim possibility for ~3 years).

Here, the projected returns based on equity multiples are vital.

There are a lot of "fakers" in the real estate sales and property management industries, so, doing your due diligence is absolutely vital.

The secret of getting ahead, is getting started.It is vital you connect with a realtor anywhere in the United States, who will take the time to understand your desired type of property and areas of the market you have been looking in.Learn about the good, bad, and ugly regarding distressed properties, whether due to  property condition or the chain of title.

Sam, Randolph, and Camp Bullis and knowing where those active duty personnel tend to migrate towards helps.

Real estate can be an excellent investment, but ensuring you can comfortably manage the payments is vital, even if you encounter negative cash flow periods.

This makes it almost impossible to tell whether or not you are getting truthful advice because it is every plumber's duty to their boss to generate sales.

Knowing when and how you plan to sell or transition out of the properties is vital for long-term planning.It's wonderful that you and your wife are excited about this new venture.

Get to know the­ local rules - landlord-tenant laws, zoning regulations, taxe­s, insurance, and property manageme­nt duties in your area.

I am currently serving on active duty in the Marine Corps, so this will be more of a side gig until I retire.