She rented them out, occasionally sold for the appreciation, and bought more ... and more, and more.Successful and happy by any standard, real estate enabled Abu to buy her own home and homes for all six kids.

Yes, I am just starting out, and I am looking to buy.

I’m considering a place with a basement or an ADU for potential house hacking, just hesitant about renting out part of my home.I’ve been reading and listening for years and feel overwhelmed about where to start.

I'm getting pretty decent cash flow already and look to continue to build my portfolio here.

I’m also a big enthusiast for health and wellness, always striving to improve myself and learn more.If anyone in the Houston market would like to connect or has any advice for someone just starting out, I’d love to hear from you!

Purchase price: $380,000 Cash invested: $20,000Purchased the property off-market directly from the seller during Covid-19 pandemic after relocating home to CT from living in NYC.

I simply thought putting it out there in the Forum might keep someone from unknowingly buying something that might leave you out to dry.

RE Mentor - David Lindahl out of Boston.

Then there's the $56,000 down payment from the borrower, thus signifying a pretty decent cash to close amount. 

My current strategy is to fund the projects with 85% LTC construction loans and cover the other 15% either with my own cash or tapping into a HELOC.