The best way to make money in real estate is to buy smart and hold it for a long time.1.

Over several years, I have worked hard to save up for a down payment, and I currently have $200k set aside in a money market account ready to be put to use.

I lay it out and be as transparent as possible on how I make my money and use my time for them.  

Hi there,Recently, we lost an Uncle whose home needs to be sold so the money can be divided among the siblings.

. - Buy an already existing duplex and do a rehab- Buy a lot/foreclosure and do a new constructionThe real end goal of the duplex is not necessairly profit, but to give my side of the duplex to my mother when I move out so if I did do a rehab, I do see myself putting more money into it to make sure it is near the best it could be.

You may get a better return putting your money in a CD.That said, new construction has problems of its own.

Don't send money to anyone you meet online!

Everyone finds the rooms too small or something that does not fit their family,etc.I am at the point of breaking even but in a month I will be losing money because of the Hard Money lender payments.

There are some that manage to find the money and the deals quickly when the market is just right (and they have plenty of cash), but most success is built slowly, over time.Increase earnings, reduce expenses, save up, invest.

Finding the right property, checking its worth, making connections, choosing good renters, looking after the place, and keeping money aside for surprises are key steps.