Execution of Due Diligence.

Start small - get yourself a househack, learn from your own experience of owning the rental property you live in, continue to educate yourself with reliable resources, and then worry about the next home.Having just one solid investment will put you ahead of most Americans than trying to find a way to buy 10 doors out of state in an area you don't even understand. 

The costs to purchase and hold real estate are continuing to increase requiring most Americans to devote nearly 50% of their income to housing expenses.

I'm part of an Asian American real estate group called SARE with multiple chapters in SoCal.

I’ve been learning about the industry / different regional markets for the past few years and am eager to execute my first deal in the near term and continue growing through this community.My primary goal is to purchase a property I can live in while generating rental income (e.g., a single-family home with a tiny house, a duplex, or a single-family property where I can install a tiny house).

Its really important for people entering into any home improvement contract to understand the state laws for so many reasons, business and professions codes/laws, warranties whether expressed or implied etcThe point being is well executed legal contracts are best for all parties involved.

You are putting money in, and qualifying for the construction loan, while being forced to use them to execute and lease up.  

This collaborative approach ensured seamless financing and execution.

The renovation plan was executed and occupancy is in the 94-96% range; rents at or above the pro forma. 

As interest rates in the US has skyrocketed and financing has become more available to Americans in certain locations overseas, that advantage isn't what it used to be, depending on what countries you're interested in.So here's how I'd go about it if I were you:1.