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Target neighborhoods near Bradley University, research rents, join real estate investment groups, connect with local agents, use the 1% rule, prepare for financing, and seek advice on cash flow and property analysis.Good luck!

@Sharad BagriI would open a bank account at a local bank or credit union that will lend on the properties you are buying.

I can't speak to the quality of his course though as I've never taken it.

Typically for investments you can go up to 75% of the homes value.

Please advise on best route. - After purchasing a home for what I feel was to much I am trying to determine the best route.

I made a plan to save $50K so on 1/1/26 I will have $50K saved and I’ll be ready to move on to the next phase which is investing in a BRRRR via house hacking.

You have come to the right place to begin your investing journey.Have you looked into attending local meetings and joining Facebook groups?

The goal would be to find a duplex in your area, live in one side and rent out the other.