Additionally, holding a real estate license as an investor not only saves on commissions but also provides valuable access to tools like the MLS, enhancing your capabilities as a wholesaler.Feel free to share where you are located—there might be exciting opportunities waiting for you!

I ended up bidding on the property, but when the bid went too high, I stopped.

Any referrals are highly appreciated Thank you.

I’m highly motivated and I need a capital partner. 

Michael, that's a scary Forum Title at the beginning of a downturn.Australia, China, Canada, California, New York have already droppedand the big banks have recently laid of 100s of high paying mortgage jobs.With interest rates over 5% for most average SFH buyers, are you leveragedfixed at 3-4%?

Any other books you highly recommend? 

@Marcos A MirandaIf you're net is $150-$200 per month and you have a property that is over 500k and you bought in a high appreciation area your will likely gain more in appreciation than cash flow in the next 2-5 years.

I want to purchase properties all over the U.S. in specific areas that my wife and I calculate and predict high returns on with multi family units, apartments, duplexes, etc.

There are a lot of good deals on 2-4 units right now but one thing I would avoid is the few townhomes and Condos that have high HOA fees.

Welcome Brandon - I have properties here in the wyoming valley.I am a native to the area.Scranton has many hoops to jump as an investor - esp. an out of the area investor.One is you'd have to hire a property manager if you do not live in the city of Scranton or within 20 miles of the city.Real estate taxes are high -that plus the current interest rate and ask prices makes cash flow an issue.You can find "deals" but please do your due diligence.Here is an example of a potential deal I am evaluating in the hill section of the city: 20 y/o, 2000 sq ft. 3b/3bath TH - Needs paint, new carpeting, and general wear and tear repairs after a 4 year tenant.