My real estate agent brought it to me as an off market deal.

Do you think the tips in the guide, Real Estate Investing For Beginners, are still applicable in 2024 and beyond?

I'm interested in investing in a short term rental the Somoma County market. I understand the restrictions in the market (and that Napa county in completely restricted) but and am hoping to find an agent with experien...

I've only had to do 1 and it was several thousand.....I would take a real hard look at your numbers and re-adjust your offer accordingly.

You can also check meetup.com or search Facebook for real estate investment groups, clubs, or meetings in your area.

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., you never know the motivations for purchases in a place like the Smokies.I wouldn't be surprised if some folks were buying them to offset income. 

The best thing an out of town investor can do is develop strong relationships with locals who are active and knowledgeable in the real estate investment world in STL.

I did a search of IRS Form 590 and didn't find a single instance of "self directed", "self-directed", "real estate", "real property", or even "repair".

IN practice during the GFC banks did not do this.. just like they had a gov. mandated moratorium on 1099C debt relief filings... now though that is done and that is a rude awakening to many folks who think they can just walk.