I added value to this deal by negotiating with the sellers to credit us $30,000 and to pay for all of the necessary fixes during escrow.The real value add though is in the capabilities of the property.

We have been learning about real estate investing since Aug 2015.

So you can't just get a pre-approval for all properties like in residential real estate, but a pre-approval for the exact property you are going to make an offer on (Is that correct)?

Real estate prices and construction costs vary significantly by location, thus, it could make sense depending on the market your planning on building in. 

Hello, I am new to real estate investing and I have a tentative verbal deal on a pre-market lake property that I would eventually like to make my retirement home (10 years or so).

I've been a realtor for almost 6 months and am currently exploring real estate investing.

Real Estate Agent How did you finance this deal?

@Vontarius Dameko, I think the future of titles to real estate will involve blockchain technology, but I think it won't be about title companies who handle closings.

Your Core 4 Real Estate team will play a very important role in your success.As for other markets to check out, it really comes down to what you're aiming for. 

Hi Dennis, your newest plan sounds very reasonable and is a widely used strategy in real estate.