@Joe Homs @Chris Seveney @Matthew Morrow, I'm the founder of GoliathData, a platform that uses AI for lead generation so I feel uniquely qualified to give my $0.02. - The benefit of AI comes down to the ability to automate proven processes.For example, everyone is targeting the same probate / preforeclosure leads, so how do you get an advantage?

Some of them get creative and get roommates, have to find a part time job to supplement their income or move to a less expensive place though that can be hard for long time residents as all of their support is in the area. 

I currently reside in Manhattan. 

This means that the Spanish government's rental price index will force us to achieve a paltry 2.5% gross return on our premium area apartment.Additionally, the situation with "squatters" (Okupas)  is worsening in all areas of Spain, including in areas considered "ultra premium" such as "La Finca" in Pozuelo de Alarcón, where footballers and singers reside (Cristiano Ronaldo lived there when he played for Real Madrid).

Get a salaried job in your field as soon as you graduate and leverage that to qualify for a mortgage.

if your a young realtor like I was  started at 18  and got my brokers at 20. how are we going to qualify we dont have income yet..

They are also highly qualified borrowers as opposed to last cycle.  

I removed a DOJ Lien PRIOR to the purchase of a single family residence BECUASE I was negotiating a Short Sale that I was buying. 

Some areas may have specific rules regarding the percentage of time you need to reside in the property.Remember that real estate investing is both an art and a science.

Dear Community,I am 43 years old and own my primary residence free and clear.