Feel free to throw in any other game changing self managing pro tips while you’re here 😊😊😊

Quote from @William Thompson: One thing I’ve noticed working with a lot of investors is this:People spend a ton of time researching markets, strategies, and financing…but almost no time building the habits that actually keep their portfolio healthy long-term.Here’s the simple truth:Your systems will make or break your growth.Not the market.Not the deal.Not even the interest rate.I’ve seen investors with average deals but great systems outperform people buying in the best markets with none.Things like:Keeping clean booksTracking expenses in real timeReviewing your numbers monthlyHaving a game plan before tax seasonThese aren’t exciting, but they’re the difference between “I think I made money” and “I know exactly what’s working.”Real estate is more forgiving than most businesses… but eventually, disorganization catches up.The investors who last are the ones who treat it like a business early — even when they only own one door.What’s one system or habit that’s helped you stay organized as your portfolio grows? 

You summed it up perfectly, cash flow is what keeps you in the game long enough to benefit from the upside, and the upside can accelerate things when it comes.That’s exactly how I look at it too.

You don't want to be so focused on getting into the game that you leverage the start of your entire life just to do it.

Pittsburgh is where we are going to settle down and we plan to then expand throughout Appalachian states.We have property management experience and personal funds to put skin in the game.

I know for me, technology has been a huge game changer in my business.

@Kevin Aiken Congrats for getting into the game!

So a long term play may have some short term consequences, but it should become a true investment eventually given the historical appreciation of RE over the long term.To make money in the short term in RE, is another whole ball game. 

I'm new to the game and just became licensed.

That real-time insight must be a game-changer.