How many properties will you purchase in the next 1-3 years and generally what will they be worth?

I’m just starting out with real estate investing and I’m excited to meet like minded people and people who can help me through the process. 

I house hack in Denver, Colorado and I airbnb my property.

We’ve had 6 showings in the past week alone, which is already a lot, but the most concerning part is what’s been happening during these showings.Here’s the real kicker: there have been showings (with prior notice given) when we weren’t home, and my cameras caught prospective buyers entering unaccompanied—no realtor, no landlord, just strangers walking into my occupied home.In one instance, my husband happened to be home and answered the door.

Hey All,Quick question, this may be a standard strategy, but what is the best plan when you start thinking about retirement and you own real estate.You can't eat equity.

Even with days in transit and even more days until the money was available. 

Land trusts provide excellent anonymity and then your LLC should provide the protection you want.

I grew up in Central IL and have zero interest in investing in the area.

Taken together, they'll likely cut your estimated cash flow in half.2.

As I look at it .. there could be simple ways to "Spruce it up" and then there can be more complex ways.