This doesn't mean you stop investing in those areas, it just means you need to factor that into underwriting and be prepared for it.

If you believe the hype and there are no deals and you need to go big, then your actions will mirror your beliefs.If you think you can close a 6 unit, then you eventually close it, and then move on to a larger deal.Be prepared for the opportunities that are about to hit the market!

Prepare for Higher Down Payments: Be ready for potentially higher down payment requirements for investment properties compared to primary residences, often around 20-25%.6.

We're diligently preparing these lots, anticipating a market rebound.Navigating through this unusual market has been tough, but I am confident that the experience and perseverance will pay dividends in the long run

Guru BS - A guru charges $30k for mentorship of a program that while legal is only doable in a very limited number of circumstances and or his “training” in no way prepares the student to successfully implement any real estate investment strategy let alone the one the guru is selling 4.

Plenty of experience preparing multi state returns and handling things of that nature.

First thing to do, if you haven't, is to hyper-focus on your finances and savings so you can be fully prepared when the time comes.

If you get your insurance agent from the yellow pages, be prepared to feel like whole life insurance is a scam.  

Be prepared to weather that storm when it comes.

What steps should I be taking right now to prepare myself to buy my first investment property?