Raising equity can be the most challenging aspect of closing a deal.

When analyzing properties, it's helpful to run a rental stress test to see if the deal can withstand unexpected challenges.

Step outside to the fenced backyard or relax on the swing on the front porch.

Since it is easy to feel overwhelmed a coaching program provides a clear, step-by-step framework that helps you focus on what matters most.

While there are undeniable challenges—higher interest rates, tighter lending conditions, and market uncertainty—there are also unique opportunities that can make real estate a very prudent choice if approached thoughtfully.

I'd level up with a BRRRR, live-in flip, or house-hack before jumping into a challenging renovation.

@Philip Beckwith typically in Michigan, you can only do a tax appeal in February.The instructions will be on the back of your winter tax bill.You will need to have great comparables to challenge the City Assessor's valuation.

Joining BiggerPockets is a fantastic first step – it’s where so many great real estate journeys start.

Quote from @Kody Smith: without getting too deep into my finances, what my strategy is...1. take loans to buy properties (leverage)2. fix/flip for day to day cash flow income3. use some of the fix/flip income to buy consistent cash flow through:- business acquisition, - commercial properties (MF and store fronts),I have no intention of doing ALL of the management myself, I will hire management as needed (medium term goal)my expected core role is money provider, evaluating the numbers, making decisions, and connecting with investors, wholesalers, lenders, contractors, and property owners.while I am just on step 2 of the journey, I am looking toward step 3 to stabilize, and not worry about if house prices drop mid project or not (or not worry as much) So to be fair this is more about obtaining and growing a real estate business not simply buying rentals for cashflow.

But enough with trying to challenge me.