There are also very strict regulations on who can invest in the stock market.

Educate yourself on the basics of house hacking.

And even fewer understand that a house built 50 years ago doesnt have to be brought up to todays code . 

Do you see blockchain and smart contracts as the future of how we deal in real estate, or are there just too many hurdles to get over?

Often times we have the vendor/contractor reach out to the resident to communicate directly on a time when they will be home to let them in.

1) Don't fall into analysis paralysis, theres a ton of ways to invest in Real Estate, pick one and go.2) Take action.

As a beginner, I’m still reading and listening to all the great advice and content out there, but tentatively working towards house hacking via a multi family property in Philadelphia.  

I think an alien from outer space could be a wholesler in this country..

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Looking to expand my portfolio to small MF/ short term rental houses.