This year, I’m committed to creating balance in my life, letting faith guide my decisions both personally and professionally.In my real estate journey, I combine my tech background with a passion for community-centered development.

At the end of the day, the backbone of every business is pretty much the same: you need a strong, committed team.

➡️Develop a strong team and business structure.

I'm California-based where there aren't any real deals in my area, so I'm exploring Detroit as an alternative real estate investment market - due to the combination of it being a strong market and my having connections in the area. 

If you are committed to staying up in the mountains, you might as well consider house hacking a single family up there. 

Some buyers enter these agreements without fully understanding the financial commitment, often influenced by overly optimistic advice.

Hey BP Community,
We all love the thrill of acquiring new properties, expanding our portfolios, and watching our net worth grow. But how many of us are actually prepared for the unexpected?
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For smaller deals like owner finance options, it's important to build a strong relationship with the seller, as this often leads to more flexible terms.

.🔹 Great for Sellers & Investors – Motivated sellers can turn a vacant or hard-to-sell property into income while investors secure future deals without a huge upfront commitment.🔹 Ideal in Any Market – Whether home prices are rising or falling, lease options allow you to lock in today’s price while benefiting from future appreciation.Other creative strategies—like seller financing, subject-to deals, and the BRRRR method—can also open doors, but lease options remain one of the most powerful, low-risk, minimal cash out-of-pocket ways to build a portfolio.

Focus on having a budget and having a strong financial base Thanks!