And I also believe that those with the resources should go a different path from jump unless you are starting a acquisitions company and using wholesaling as a foundation to acquire leads. 

Quick recap: I started investing a couple years ago and was able to acquire 5 rental properties.

My focus is to acquire my first multifamily rental property.I just wanted to briefly introduce myself to see who is all from Chicago and if you can leave a response stating (1) your profession, (2) how long you've been in the game and (3) one solid piece of advice you'd want to give a newbie.Much gratitude and looking forward to learning and connecting from you all!

I was actually contemplating whether I should go ahead and setup an LLC before acquiring the next property.

I am curious to hear some of the pros and cons that experienced investors have had while also being a licensed Realtor...As a new investor, I (of course) have a ton of questions about the business, but one of the few questions that continuously presents itself in my mind pertains to me acquiring my GA Realtor license.

Bailey, 460 Mass. 327 (2011)"[T]he Housing Court has jurisdiction to decide the validity of a challenge to a title, raised by a former homeowner as a defense to a summary process eviction action by a party acquiring the property pursuant to a foreclosure sale."

I'm looking to acquire rental property in the New Orleans area.

There are much more to these stories, however, the common thread that I saw with both of them is that they didn't consult a mentor or coach in their strategies in acquiring these properties.  

We live overseas, so this is pretty key for us acquiring new properties and refinancing loans.

you'll have to confirm this but I believe the rule is that if the property has been bought and sold within 120 days before you acquire it, the FHA requires a second appraisal.