Hi there, my name is Nathan and a wonderful Irish fellow named Brendan introduced this website to my partner and I.He spoke very highly of this community online and I believe has done very well in his investments.I have one question and perhaps you can guide me.

Don't forget about the potential to AirBNB the unit you live in when you are not staying in town.

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Have you already seen the Path to Purchase, it's a good guide on getting started with rental property investing https://www.biggerpockets.com/path-to-purchase/overview

If I go OOS, I make the same money with my 50k but have the risk of flying there and staying on a hotel to fix an issue, fly+hotel will probably cost me 600, which will wipe out one month's rent, if you are handy and the MF is in LA, if a water heater breaks, you can go HD and buy parts, replace it yourself -- if it's in AZ, you pay someone to do it, maybe 200-300 more at least, that's half the rent.

I suppose it's all about finding that diamond in the rough...Thanks again for the introduction and would love to stay in touch.

Welcome Ray,I would recommend the ultimate guide to real estate investing by Brandon Turner.

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Stay motivated and keep the momentum going in a positive direction...

Now I'm more comfortable to stay in my office and do marketing for my own properties.