I don’t want to pounce on a bad deal just to hit that mark.I’ve started our search by scanning through and quickly analyzing properties I’ve found on sites like LoopNet, Realtor.com, and Redfin.

I currently own 5 properties including my primary.  2 of them I just purchased as bad shape rehabs that I wanted to fix and rent out, using the BRRR strategy. 

While having leverage is not bad it can assist in growth exponentially, reading posts like I just did of an investor having $100k in loans at 25% and wondering what to do with a new $50k LOC and thinking he should continue to invest it vs. paying down a 25% loan scares the hell out of me. 

I’ve been coming across some condos in tourist type areas that you can purchase as a condo but can be put on a rental program to be rented out when it’s not being used by the owner. The term I’m seeing a condotel. A c...

Maybe I posted at a bad time or maybe this is a bad question.

Did it get in the way of school at all or is it not as bad as people say it is?

@Megan Greathouse was able to introduce me to a great Shelter Insurance agent, who is truly knowledgeable, friendly and will fight to get you the best deal.

Your ability to avoid sinking too much of your capital into Dead Equity by obtaining mortgage loans...without a job, will be key.Now, if you're one of those who are listening to 1994 Carlton Sheets cassettes, with no money in the bank, bad credit, living with mom and dad, but just a desire to purchase, then stop wasting your time and concentrate on finding a job.

He also stated that the charge to handle the exchange is a flat fee of $850, which I didn't think was too bad.

@Alexis Miller usually banks require you to sign a mold disclosure before entering if it is that bad.