So I’m trying to come up with a game plan  Conventional loans do require 25% down on an investment property.

I tell everyone this, New York is one of the hidden gems of investing if you know how to play the New York game.

Real estate can really change the game, and finding the right properties with smart financing is key.

Thanks tons and if this question sounds very immature, i'd say 'that's about right' given how new to this game we are.Thanks again!

Based on some of the previous similar threads, it seems that having a good cross-border team is a crucial step in this game.

What’s your game plan for managing the park — hands-on or hiring a property manager?  

Here’s why:Affordability: You can find solid properties here well within your $200k–$300k budget.Cash Flow Potential: Indianapolis has a growing population, a diverse economy, and relatively low property taxes compared to some other midwestern markets like Cleveland.Investor-Friendly: Indy is landlord-friendly with strong rental demand, especially in neighborhoods near downtown, universities, and revitalized areas like Fountain Square or Irvington.If you’re open to a strategy involving light renovations, there are plenty of opportunities to add equity and boost rental income here.

Look, we were for most part playing a game of American Football for a long time.

It's a whole new world to me and throughout the dozen books and hundred podcasts I've listened to so far I've waffled back and forth from feeling encouraged and excited to feeling like getting into the game in my area would be unattainable... and then back to being encouraged.

He didn’t just answer my questions—he showed me how this game is played at a much higher level.