Jumping into real estate as an entry-level investor is a smart move, there’s a lot to learn, but you're in the right place to build that knowledge and connect with experienced folks.

After my inspection for a condo, radon levels were high.

How can one go in the business at these levels?

The city level is out of he question for us and I assume we are too small to effect federal Gets tricky at the city level for sure.

Would love to hear more about:-How you navigate IL licensing/zoning for smaller homes-Your staffing model + care levels (memory care?)

As we move further into the season, buyers remain intentional, sellers are adjusting to shifting inventory levels, and overall volume reflects the normal late-year slowdown.

In Austin, there are a few channels that consistently produce off-market opportunities, whether you're targeting entry-level flips in 78745 or mid- to high-end areas like Jester, Westlake, or Barton Creek West.Some of the main sources I see working right now:• Driving for dollars in long-term ownership pockets• Pre-foreclosure + delinquent tax leads• Probate/inherited properties• Networking with local investors + RE agents• Builders offloading lots or heavy fixers quietly• Wholesalers who specialize in distressed or dated SFRs• Tracking aging or deferred-maintenance homesI’m in the Austin market daily and the deal flow has been all over the board lately — everything from heavy value-add homes to infill lots to luxury fixers.Curious what type of project you're aiming for — entry-level flip, mid-range, or something bigger?

An S-corp on top can make sense for active income (flips, wholesaling, property management), but it doesn’t usually reduce tax on pure rental income and can add payroll and multi-state filing complexity.With multiple states (NC/SC/GA/FL), you’ll also want to factor in state filing and nexus before stacking entities.You’re smart to think about protecting assets and your 22% bracket, but I’d model a simple version first (just LLCs + your current return) and only layer in an S-corp if the numbers and activity level really justify it.

I was an REI before I started it, and immediately noticed most REIs didn't have a great hold on their numbers and/or managing their cash flow.It all starts with having proper bookkeeping in place at the entity-level, property-level, and sometimes the door-level.

I have a question about the tenant review part you mentioned.Is it actually possible to find out things like a tenant’s age, income level, or DHCR registration history before making an offer?