Hi all,Long time reader finally decided to make a profile and ask some questions!

Then I'd buy some properties in growing areas that fit your risk profile with as little or as much down to make it flat to intrinsic(DSCR 1.0 to 1.25) via MLS or distressed and fix up(time consumption being a factor) and go deeper into these areas than wider in your reach.

By looking at the kind of deals that get funded and the profiles of the syndicators, you get a sense as to who are the good ones.

I notice that your profile says Chicagoland.

You could also consider unsecured term loan options and zero percent credit cards depending on your credit profile and income.Temporary Fixes: If a full repair isn't feasible right now, you might consider temporary solutions.

Sammy, please check your DMs and feel free to browse my business profile; link is in signature.

Young guys with bathroom selfies on the FB profile etc seem to be the worst. 

Some of the core topics we hope to explore in our BiggerPockets profile include:- How our military experience has prepared us for the challenges of real estate investing- The process of getting started, from investment knowledge, to understanding different roles and titles used by real estate investors- The specific goals and milestones we've set for ourselves as we navigate this new field- The surprises, setbacks, and moments we encounter as we learn the ropes of real estate investingBy sharing our journey, we aim to provide a helpful resource for other newcomers looking to get started in real estate.

You can check out my profile for all that though background stuff though.

Here are a few points to consider:Risk Tolerance: Real estate and stocks have different risk profiles.