Get multiple bids, verify references, and ensure everything is in writing before moving forward.

Creative financing: Explore seller financing or subject-to deals for your next property, which often require less upfront cash and bypass traditional lending limits.You’re on the right track thinking long-term—house hacking and leveraging your duplex are great moves.

I moved to Columbus Ohio to start investing in real estate here! 

Over the past year, we’ve seen values go up anywhere from 3-6%, and with more people moving in, that trend doesn’t seem to be slowing down.

I'm currently awaiting 24hr notice of sheriff eviction, and I got court approval to move forward with money judgement for past due rent collection.

Move tenants in immediately and same tenants are still there.

Lastly, don't be too hasty to move out-of-state until you have some experience. 

A 0% APR credit card is a smart move for materials, but for labor costs, you might explore a private or hard money lender, especially since your loan term is only 3-4 months.

Florida’s got options; it’s all about digging in and making the right move!

The Austin metro was among the hottest destinations in the country for where people were moving last year, according to the latest annual ranking from U-Haul International Inc.Austin ranked No. 5 among the top U.S. growth metros in 2024, and Texas was the No. 2 state for move-ins — bested from the top spot after three consecutive years by South Carolina, according to data released Jan. 2 and Jan. 3.The Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington area took the crown for the top growth metro in the recent list, followed by Charlotte, North Carolina (No. 2); Phoenix (No. 3); and, Lakeland, Florida (No. 4).