I am from Spartanburg, currently living in Greenville, and have been a real estate investor since 2017. 

Here are some practical strategies to help you navigate the process.Start by understanding the local real estate market.

Real estate investment relies heavily on loans and if you can't get good loans its hard to grow. 

I'm happy to help answer any questions about real estate investing in College Station.

I am currently in the processes of getting my real estate license and don't have accesses to the MLS, despite this I still want to practice doing comps on housing in my area to better understand what makes a deal great.

@Susie Lowe it is difficult to find real opportunities unless you have boots on the ground or a close relationship with a commercial broker or wholesaler.

I recommend finding an accountant who specializes in real estate taxation, tax planning and financial planning. 

Real estate wire fraud is becoming more common every year.

This steady income has become a reliable part of my investment portfolio, demonstrating the financial benefits of a well-executed real estate strategy.Reflection:Looking back, this investment has been a rewarding journey of vision, effort, and strategic planning.

Yesterday I attended a meeting of Connecticut Real Estate Investor Association and it felt like it was primarily occupied by people who knew little about real estate and wanted to be spoonfed information by an expensive coaches?