He prefers to stay in his comfort zone rather than risk feeling inadequate or rejected in a relationship that would challenge him to grow.By creating a narrative that vilifies attractive women, Jake shields himself from the discomfort of confronting his insecurities.This is very similar to how people feel about building a business, investing in real estate, starting a new hobby, or creating new relationships.

I hope you are staying safe in this difficult time. 

Social media is a great way for you to stay in touch with your sphere of influence and tell them that you are now in the real estate business and would like to help them and anyone that they know buy or sell real estate.

I tried to stay out of the way, but I had to stop several things from being done wrong—spaces between kitchen cabinets that were too small by at least an inch for the appliances to fit, a walk-in pantry being built that was too narrow for anyone but a child to get into.

This could easily cost you $10’s of thousands if you plan to stay in the home 5+ years when you return. 

I would either stay in the stock market or diversify and invest in a fund/syndication/reit. 

It would also be important to network with other investors, stay informed about regional market shifts, and leverage any available incentives to maximize my investment potential.Good luck!

Having a long-term rental while living abroad is do-able.Flipping houses while abroad, in my opinion, more difficult, especially if its your first go around with real estate.I would recommend taking a flight and staying in the area for a week and inspect the neighborhoods and make connections.You can reach out to @Elenis Camargo who has a PM company in Jacksonville.Best of luck though.

As long as the buyer prioritize lower monthly payments and is confident that they can manage the long-term cost of a 40-yr loan - If the buyer plans to stay in the property for a long time.Also, be sure to weigh these two drawbacks to a 40-year loan (paying significantly more interest over the life of the loan and building equity slower as compared to a shorter loan term).

However, always stay updated on local regulations related to STRs.In conclusion, Albuquerque presents a fascinating blend of opportunities for both new and seasoned real estate investors.