The biggest lesson, which I learned early on: get clear on the type of property you want to buy, then tell everyone over and over again.

Today's lesson: why I won't use VRBO Pre-Approval anymore.I get inquiries from time to time asking things like- is your place truly ski in/ski out?

Quote from @Chris Seveney: Quote from @Hector Espinosa: I don't really have many lesson to share this year but I hope next year I can have more to share. 

It wasn’t just about the property—it was about the lessons she was teaching her kids along the way.During the drive, she shared valuable insights with them:• How real estate can generate income.• Why patience and hard work are critical to success.• How to think creatively about building wealth.Once at the property, the kids explored, asked questions, and saw firsthand how opportunities are created through smart investing.Involving children in real estate teaches them:• Financial literacy in a hands-on way.• Entrepreneurial thinking and problem-solving skills.• The confidence to believe they can achieve financial independence.It’s amazing how small moments like these can inspire the next generation to think bigger and dream bolder.How are you involving your family in your real estate journey?

I’ll certainly take this as a lesson to leave no detail overlooked and to approach every aspect of my agreements with care.

Hey @David Martoyan - There are definitely too many lessons to count lol. 

Back in 2022, we tackled a property we affectionately called the "Scary House," and trust me, it lived up to the name. The home was in rough shape—think mold, a hole in the roof, and years of water damage. The owner, ...

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Cash invested: $65,000 Sale price: $97,000This property was a very early lesson learned in private mortgage financings for me.

The spread wasn’t as wide as I’d hoped, but the experience was priceless (and so were the life lessons, aka “what not to do next time”).