Prices have fallen noticeably from their 2022 highs, and motivated sellers are more open to negotiation.

These reductions are not motivating buyers to get back into the market.  

I use all of the traditional methods of finding motivated sellers, foreclosure list, probate, code violations etc.

That was refreshing and motivating for me personally. 

In real estate, e-commerce, whatever.. there is, regardless of the age, always going to be snakeoil sales men and Tupperware salesman, or now the modern e-course motivational salesman like Wes Watson or Andrew Tate.Ultimately, the economy and the ways people create value have changed dramatically over the decades.

They likely will be better off financially renting per the studies and factoring in both acquisition costs and selling costs.I go to conferences (MTR summit was a much younger demographic than BPCon) and meet young highly motivated hustlers.  

I was highly motivated by business, money and making deals when I was younger so while I applaud your willingness to make necessary sacrifices it sure helps if you can live somewhere you enjoy. 

My name is Ben Lemer, and I’m here to learn and grow in the world of real estate investing.I’m still fairly new to the space even though I have been around here since 2017, but I’ve been motivated to start because I want to learn the industry and build long-term wealthRight now, my main goals are: Learning the fundamentals of investing strategies Networking with like-minded investors Gaining insights from those who are already doing dealsI’m looking forward to connecting with others, asking questions, and contributing where I can.If you could give your younger self one piece of advice when starting out in real estate, what would it be?

You can also do driving for dollars to find distressed houses and likely motivated sellers.Some people who are about to lose their house don't want to leave.

Start using your own personal network to find motivated sellers. - Start posting on your favorite social media site what you are looking for – not once or twice, but CONSISTENTLY for 6 months!