Did you work with any real estate professionals (agents, lenders, etc.) that you'd recommend to others?

We liked the TL home and nice lakefront view but here are some cons: pretty far/isolated, no real dining options outside and besides the music festivals/BNP tournament, didn't know if it would do well as a STR. 

We have also used Salesforce.com, but it's serious overkill for most real estate investors and it's not FREE.

Join a local Real Estate Investor Association (or, REIA) in your area and go to their meetings regularly.

If I buy a small business that includes real estate, it is possible to assume the existing loan (at a lower rate), and finance the additional amount up to asking on a second position mortgage?

I have no real estate experience, but I am looking to venture into it.

I've been working with investors for about 4-5 months, since i got my real estate license.

AS a lifelong resident, active investor, and licensed agent specializing in investment properties, I'd be happy to serve as a resource.

Make sure you review the surrounding area and watch out for the RE "doom loop" https://www.wsj.com/real-estate/commercial/doom-loop-st-loui...

The Department of Veteran Affairs announced that it has temporally lifted its ban on buyers paying for real estate agent representation.