If you want to grow a portfolio, the math is clear, you must sell to Pyramid UP. $250mnth is not good performance.

I'm a leader, not a boss, but they see and hear far more than I do so I'd be an idiot not to listen to my team.I think as you grow and expand, you too will do the same whether as a Transactional Lender or anything else you do. 

I am planning to get into the TN real estate market as my first investment and am looking for some information.In particular: Areas to steer clear of, property management fees, typical cosmetic rehab costs, etc.My strategy is to put large down payments on 2 properties (relative to housing prices) to help pay for my living in NY while still gaining appreciation in a growing real estate market.

These strategies would will grow you cash flow safely without dealing with a bank. 

As a lender the pros are that the funds can grow at a particular percentage that the funds are lent at.

I am on a real estate journey to grow and obtain a potent Real Estate Portfolio.

I think a stronger economy will lead to more demand and higher values in growing areas.

It’s great to see this REI community growing, and I’m looking forward to learn from you and also share my experiences with you!

So, I guess I will hope social security pays something in 20 years and the stock market is still there when I grow old.BTW, I am an experienced investor, I know I can dump everything in the stock market but I am hesitant to do that.

Sound like Fund & Grow business model for $3500 for the year.