Once your emergency account has a reasonable amount in it, whatever that means to you, you might want to think about steering that payroll money into the investment savings account from each pay check and leave the emergency account money as is.

I’m open to either a townhouse or a single-family home, but I’m definitely trying to steer clear of any crazy HOAs that eat into cash flow (you know what I’m talking about!).

Commissions are no longer viewable to the public because the thought was that agents were steering their clients to show homes with higher commissions 1.

Think I'll steer clear......thanks again!

The software steers you through most of the data entry.

I’d be glad to discuss the nuances of a SubTo deal further and help steer him in the right direction!

I would love to have some clarity and steering in the right direction as to the best source for FHA loan information and caveats, as well as any tips for a 22-year-old single investor planning on house hacking for my first real estate investment.

Of course, all channels can work.. from seller financing to foreclosures.. but from my 30+ years in real estate, I’ve found focusing on cash flow analysis tends to pay off more reliably.So here’s the big question that might help steer your next steps.. what do you think would make landlording less stressful for you.. a property manager, or maybe a smaller property until you get more comfortable?

I am planning to get into the TN real estate market as my first investment and am looking for some information.In particular: Areas to steer clear of, property management fees, typical cosmetic rehab costs, etc.My strategy is to put large down payments on 2 properties (relative to housing prices) to help pay for my living in NY while still gaining appreciation in a growing real estate market.

Yes it poses challenges, but a good agent can steer you away from all of this.