Run the numbers in advance to avoid most of the unforeseen issues.The Banker/Loan officer's job is to help navigate you as the buyer/client to steer away from bad deals.

To make it as simple as possible, we're assuming that you are single and have no other jobs, businesses or investments.

Jobs stabilize values.

Last week the projected revenue was basically cut in half or greater on all properties I have looked at (100s of properties). 

I have experience in economic development and finance, but am looking to build a portfolio to not be 100% dependent on a day job.

Consider mini‑splits at natural vacancy to cut utility load and raise rent justification; baseboards can stay until turnover.

I’m hoping to get into real estate investing a couple years after graduating pending job opportunities and funding of course.

Sorry...way way too many questions for me.Every situation different.Probably not enough spread in most cosmetic flips....probably need the full meal deal.Also that cuts out much of your competition if you can handle more.Older and cheaper probably better depending on where you buy.Be ready to act quick, be conservative on your ARV and plan on about double whatever you think your time on market will be. 

Markets are now betting on another 0.25% Fed rate cut next week, and mortgage rates are already drifting down in anticipation.👉 Why it matters: Lower inflation means less pressure on rates — and that can help more buyers qualify, reopen stalled deals, and boost fall and winter activity for agents.🏡 September Existing Home Sales Tick HigherExisting home closings rose 1.5% from August and 4.1% year-over-year, according to the National Association of REALTORS®.

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