We've been into real estate investing for a few years now, but not have a really strong network yet (but we are making progress).

Both ourselves and our friends can save a lot on rent and we have locked in tenants for the first 2-3 years along with two strong networks of potential tenants once we move out.2.

Hello,I live in Los Angeles, CA and am strongly considering purchasing a rental property in Michigan, my home state, in a town ~3 hours away from my home town.A couple questions: 1) Does anyone own rental property in Grand Rapids Mi?

I´d love to build a strong network here.Maybe even some from ny neck of the woods if possible, but all knowledge can be useful.Have a great one

Some areas of a market will be great for buy and hold because of strong rents, so you can buy rentals.

@Ahmad Hijazi  prey is a little strong... but there is no question that CA investors are market makers all through out the mid west and turn key venues. with out them the real estate would not be worth even whats its worth today it would only sell for what a local investor is willing to risk on cash flow basissee my famous thread " 2% rule kills Values"  8 pages of thoughts from most of the top players on BP

Hi Jorge,Nice place to start with and I hope you continue to have a strong success with more homes.One questions I do have, is there more expenses that are not itemized?

I would strongly urge you to use a mortgage broker rather than attempting to go through your bank.

The Greater Forth Area Real Estate Market is strong right now.

My goal (like many perhaps), is to have a bit of financial freedom while investing and growing a strong rental portfolio.