Also, your loan will likely be more advantageous as a residential investment property right now.

If the property is not on a main commercial corridor within the market it can be one of the best hardship cases to seek a use change variance.

You need to be able to run at a moment’s notice—whether that’s checking out a property, meeting with a seller, or showing a deal to a buyer.

For a turnkey property what is a reasonable cash on cash return expectation for a property located in an "A" neighborhood? 

Without any major renovations, we strategically sold the property the same day for $20,000.

My background is in architecture, based in Southern California, looking to get into real estate investing, both flips and long term rental properties both in California but most likely looking to start in other states.Happy to be here and look forward to learning from everyone!

If the property isn’t worth 20-30% more after 5 years that’s another reason to sell. 

Last month, while someone was cleaning out our property in the Auburn Gresham neighborhood, the place was broken into.

You can also search platforms like Zillow, Compass, and Redfin for potential properties.

To begin investing in real estate, learn first, set financial goals, analyze finances, study markets, make friends in the field, get a loan, start with small properties, check all details, plan how to manage them, and choose renters carefully.