First-time Landlord here, trying to avoid any pitfalls.

I'm learning to be very data driven and have been doing my research/market analysis trying to narrow down where I want to invest.

About a month ago, I had a family member introduce me to real estate investing and I've been hooked ever since, trying to read and learn as much as I can to make my first move and kick start my investment career.

Worst Tenant Ever - -Unpaid rent since moving in (6 months)-Refused me entry into my property for inspections-Got gov assistance check for rent, forged my name and tried to cash it in her own account.

We don't try to gouge our existing tenants with over the top price increases.

Jumping in is very nerve racking and I'm trying everything I can to minimize my risk, but I guess I can only do some much planning before jumping right in

And I did not want to try to estimate it through calculating averages because you never know how much people will actually use in reality.

You may also try to stop by your local Bank of the West branch - better than trying to establish a relationship by phone - to see if they offer investment HELOCs in TN.

Quote from @Tri Tran: People make a lot of money lending to investors, but it's a risk.

The idea that you can build wealth without putting any money into it is a recipe for disaster and the sales pitch of gurus trying to steal your money.