Once you get past the initial learning curve and have some basic knowledge, it gets a lot easier though and at that point most knowledge gaps can be filled as they come up.

For Los Angeles County residents affected by the wildfires, this could mean an extension of deadlines for filing returns and paying taxes.

I am wondering if any lenders or knowledgeable investors know how feasible it could be to get a DSCR loan as a first-time home buyer/investor.

A strong team can streamline processes and reduce headaches.Expand Knowledge: Podcasts and forums like BiggerPockets are great tools.

To get started, connect with a knowledgeable real estate agent and lender, practice analyzing deals, and network through local investor meetups.

I believe a local investor can do well on cash flow leveraging their local knowledge in those markets.Best wishes

Looking forward to engaging with this community and soaking up all the knowledge I can.

Mistake #3 was not having knowledgeable people around to be able to ask questions.

It will all depend on what your goals are.Ask them questions that will help you determine whether they have the value/knowledge that you'll need to get closer to your goals.

It’s clear that there’s an incredible wealth of knowledge and experience here, and I’m excited to continue learning and growing with this community.I’m looking to connect with members who are open to mentoring or collaborating on real estate deals, particularly in buy-and-hold strategies for single-family or multi-family properties.