but they crashed and burn these past several years)By the way, I own Apple (AAPL), Visa (V), Discover (DFS), Vodafone (VOD), Chevron (CVX) among other rock solid stocks in my 401K but I would sell them in a heart beat if I found a great real estate deal.I believe in diversification for sure - Texas, Indiana, Tennessee, California....are those diversified enough for you?

So just saying its not always for faint of heart. 

Courtney, you will NOT receive a warm welcome in Detroit - this market is not for the faint of heart. 

Seems RE investing attract mostly good hearted people. 

I'd like to take you back to where it all began, with a triplex on Minnehaha Avenue in Minneapolis that holds a special place in my heart.

I'm Aaron Mesmer, and I'm thrilled to be diving into the exciting world of real estate investment, starting right here in the heart of Oklahoma City.

I grew up on a lake in KY during my childhood, lakes have a special place in my heart. 

FHA 203k is not for the faint of heart - be advised that a good credit score and proof of income are essential, as the banks do NOT PLAY on their forms and applications. 

My biggest advice for out of state investors is finding the right team members who has your best interest at heart (and not chasing a commission check or see you as a paycheck!).

It's not a city for the faint of heart.