Definitely start jumping into the community here and feel free to ask any questions related to Real Estate investing!

Hi, I'm a 27 year-old engineer looking to learn about commercial real estate investing in order to acquire properties that will provide a steady source of cash flow that will allow me to continuously add to my potentially higher-return stock positions, as well as cover living expenses. 

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Live, work, and play in Des Moines which makes it relatively easy to keep a finger on the steady city pulse.   

I was not aware that termite damage was covered under insurance. 

If there is one, does the HOA cover exterior maintenance and landscaping?.

The following covers the self-employment rules. https://www.irs.gov/businesses/small-businesses-self-employed/self-employed-individuals-tax-center

Real Estate in this place is actually relatively cheap.

Is there an insurance company that covers damages done by a tenant?

He even serves as an expert witness in credit-related litigation.