In my research, REITs seem like a good option for me to start an initial cash flow from real estate investing before considering multiple rental properties. Is anyone able to share the pros and cons of REITs?

So, I hear many times, I will live off of the rent from my properties.
That seems to be the goal for many.
It’s such a variable income with repairs, vacancies, rising cost of insurance and taxes, declining rents, et...

Has anyone bought mortgage notes? I've just learned about it. Seems interesting. How would you go about buying notes? Do you need a team to take over notes

I feel out of touch with what buyers of starter homes are looking for. When doing a cosmetic rehab, what little extras help a property stand out now days?
Examples
Tile or stone instead of linoleum
Granite Countertop...

My wife and I would like to relocate (to the Denver area) but ~5 years ago she convinced my inlaws to move here (Dallas area).  My father-in-law's health has rapidly declined so we don't feel like we can just move wit...

NET WORTH/EQUITY pros: 1) Ability to leverage assets with current low interest. 2) tax free money which could become very valuable with the new administration. 
CASH FLOW pros: 1) money without debt for real operatio...

I just had a new tenant move in (2b/2ba townhome, modest quality). They were far and above the best candidates but are only signed for 1 year as they just moved to my area for school and they want to maintain some fle...

Hello everyone! Complete newbie here so I'm starting to research and get educated so that I can buy my first investment property this year! I'm in San Diego, CA and my primary home has built quite a lot of equity. 3 y...

I bought my very first piece of real estate 3 months ago. Its a 3 unit apartment I got a great deal on, awesome tenants and things are so far running smoothly. I have my eye on a second property. A 6 unit up for sale ...

Hello to all my fellow House Hackers and Biggerpockets enthusiasts! I want to share with you a strategy that not only unlocks the benefits of assuming existing loans but also pairs seamlessly with another powerful wea...