Here are a few tips to help you score that first deal:Network: Join local real estate groups and online forums like BiggerPockets to connect with other investors.Find Motivated Sellers: Look for distressed properties and consider sending direct mail to homeowners facing tough situations.Research the Market: Know your area’s property values by analyzing comparable sales using sites like Zillow or Redfin.Craft Compelling Offers: Highlight the benefits of a quick sale to sellers and consider a solid earnest money deposit to show you’re serious.Market Yourself: Use social media to share your journey and post flyers in local spots to attract leads.Stay Persistent: Rejection is part of the process, so learn from it and keep refining your approach.With your big business mindset and hard work, you’ll make it happen!

Does anyone know of an online insurer that will write specified actual value policies that would allow me to choose the actual value that is adequate for my program?

@Philip Levi it depends on what part of town the rental is in.

If there are any groups aligned to Bigger Pockets that meet in or around Charlotte please reach out.Thanks,Mike & Rachel Davis Hi Mike, congrats on doing well with your Columbia, SC sale.

I'm happy to provide some analysis and numbers on the property.

@Pradeep RoyI'd prefer LVP, but that certainly wouldn't be an issue for me if my overall numbers/returns on the deal met my criteria.

Michael,First off, congrats on closing on the new rental.

We each made $7,500 on the deal What made you interested in investing in this type of deal?

There's quite a bit of us on here in the Boston area.

Public Record bedroom number is different than the advertised bedroom number.For instance, Public record and tax assessor says 4, while advertised bedroom number on MLS/listing is 5.The listing agent insists that the bedroom number is correct and that assessor and public information are wrong.What steps do I need to ensure that the advertised bedroom number is correct?