(We have lots of family in NYC) I'd continue to explore stocks, bonds,.... paper investments that throw off cash and on the real estate side start exploring tax liens on Long Island.

- The person had good reviews online and overall good reputation in the community.

I exploring the use of my VA loan to finance the entire amount, no money out of pocket.

@Robert Fernandez, have you explored ways to reduce your W2 income thru 401k  and/or 401k contributions?

I know this is a real-estate forum, but if you choose to explore this route, 2 great books are The Simple Path to Wealth by JL Collins, and The Little Book of Common Sense Investing by John C.

And exploring my options for how I can bring a partner on.

Even with a down real estate market in the coming months, I don't see that lasting more than a few quarters.I am also assuming solid property management and a good team of people.I also figure this gets my feet wet and with my other disposable income coming in I either hold it just in case this fails or continue to explore other investments.Anyway - let my learning begin - where am I going wrong? 

Hello,I am a new investor and am in search of an affordable but reputable exterminator (insect & pests) in the Baltimore area.

At this point I don’t care about my reputation being ruined by this guy, because I know there is plenty out there that anyone who is really looking in to me will find me.The fact that there will be so many losing to scams like this over the following months is why I am doing everything I can to stop this guy at least. 

@Eric DuntonHello Eric I'm apart of a network of alternative lenders and could certainly email you some information if you'd like to explore options.