@Alicia Larkin congrats on getting your first STR under contract!

https://shorturl.at/0adHXThe author lays out his argument that the housing market may be on the cusp of another major downturn. Rising rates, affordability stress, and valuations detached from fundamentals are flashin...

Group homes, especially with your personal connection, can be both impactful and sustainable.Wishing you continued success.

We're going to continue renting and look to purchase an investment property.

So i continue to pay via requested app to today still. 

After going through courses in their Academy, I purchased a new construction single-family home out of state with generous seller concessions from the builder.

Engaging with other investors can provide real-world insights and opportunities.Workshops and Seminars: These can be invaluable for learning directly from industry professionals and for networking with fellow investors.Real Estate Software Tools: Familiarize yourself with tools like Zillow, Redfin, or PropertyRadar to analyze market trends and property values.Remember, the key is to continuously educate yourself and stay updated with market trends.

Happy to keep the conversation going!

You can go the FHA loan if you desire, has a lower down payment threshold at 3.5%.

Sounds like you may want to go down the off-market route.