Your typical inner city mix.

For the 20+ years I have been investing a "private lender" was always a friend, family, or associate that is not a professional lender.

I have read a lot of books published by bigger pockets and other authors on real estate investing.

Happy investing to you.  

Thanks  Happy investing. 

I think I’d like to start investing in my Roth IRA which I have but haven’t contributed since I’ve bought the duplex back in September 22 but I’m trying to figure out my budget again because I’ve moved to Los Angeles to live with my gf.My reserves have definitely taken a hit so I’d like to build it back up and am hesitant to start contributing again until I can have a reserve for my real estate (thinking 6 months worth until I’m comfortable contributing to Roth again)Is this dumb?

I just purchased my first investment duplex at the beginning of this month.

Investment Info:Single-family residence buy & hold investment.

The total investment is $300,000, funded by cash and a HELOC (current balance $156,000, monthly payment $1200).My initial plan was to sell the property for $350,000, making a $20,000 profit after closing costs. 

I'm looking to purchase my first official investment property, but I'm running into steep competition against cash buyers.