We'll see how 2025 starts Winter season.

Now enjoying "retirement" he loves to assist other new and seasoned investors down the path of financial independence through real estate investing.The Thursday meetup is quite similar and consists of several local investors who can attend when they are free. 

For example, I didn't even think to ask about the "leasing season" in Fayetteville, AR because I'm from Los Angeles--every day is leasing season over there.

In the only building I have bought that had tile there was a lot of cracking and chips due to seasonal foundation shifts and the chipping due to tenant damage.

But how can a "newbie" help other seasoned investors?

If all goes well, I may be able to partner with this seasoned developer in Baltimore to help me through the process and we're currently discussing what that partnership might look like.

My problem is that every six months I have to move (summer season North Carolina, winter season Florida) so I can't use first home trick.

However, most banks have seasoning periods now so you probably wouldn't be able to actually tap into that equity for at least a year since your original loan was likely just to build.These equity plays are a different strategy, but combined with usual appreciation, can also work, especially in some markets more than others.

In some states, particularly those with warmer climates and robust population growth, seasonality plays a less significant role.

Whether you're just getting your footing or already seasoned in real estate, I'd love to hear your journey—what sparked your passion, the lessons learned along the way, and how your perspective on investing has evolved.