IMO, it is not a strategy to specialize in, but some do, as you'll be better off by having a good basic RE knowledge and then recongnize which method best applies to any transaction, that gives you all the tools you need.

Unlike Regulation D Rule 506 private placements to accredited investors following the JOBS Act, crowdfunding does not allow advertising except solely to direct investors to the appropriate broker/funding portal.I think careful combination of "inbound marketing" using social media tools, and collection of the appropriate informed consent from investors will make this ok.

The meet up is a great tool to learn from others and make some great new contacts.

Great idea for a thread, I am really looking forward to the responses.This project is probably my favorite...it was a short sale and this is exactly how we purchased it (tools and all): Here are some of the after pictures:

(Don't get buried with debt that could choke a horse by going to an out of state private school, If your passion is to teach elementary school, there are more economical ways to get your degree to make that happen.) 2) Explore new things to find something you are passionate about. 3) Observe & learn what drives human behavior 4) Learn how to use a Financial Calculator & understand how powerful a tool it is in your financial life. 5) Build & maintain good habits 6) Develop great relationships, surround yourself with trustworthy, hardworking, honest, & passionate people. 7) Develop a thirst for knowledge & never stop learning.

My goal is to own enough that the cash flow allows us to retire, when he is done with the military.Pros-*Can use primary residents to become rentals so less money down*Get to explore tons of different towns to evaluate investment possibilities*Can use the VA loan for multiple properties as long as you don't exceed the maximum VA allowance*Understand Tenant needs and cater to them*Maximize Long Term Rental by renting to fellow military*Can save management fees by handling it yourself through the connections you made while you live in the town.Con-*Military can be a demanding schedule.

But the knowledge isn't something that has to take living here to do, just do your research of the areas you are looking at and for going rate market prices in Houston have a great tool with HAR.com.

The new developments that are coming online are catering exclusively to the ultra wealthy.

I believe it would be a disaster buying something in a low class area.The last thing you want to do is have tenants in those areas living in the same building lolThere would be constant issues.Houses on the other hand could work if you have a great property manager that doesn't necessarily do everything by the book and has a style to cater for that particular area.Thanks.

They catered to visiting professionals, and that place was immaculately furnished and allowed short-term leases.