Best loan, HML, and best practice, buy the house at the best price verse the comps. 

Great book and very practical! 

My concern is that this would push the property’s availability into the slower rental season, potentially making it more difficult to find a new tenant and possibly leaving the unit vacant for an extended period.Is it common practice for landlords to require tenants to either sign a full 12-month renewal or vacate at the end of the current lease term?

Some great resources:The BRRRR Book by David Greene (BiggerPockets) – covers buying and rehabbing rentals the right wayThe “Estimating Rehab Costs” book by J Scott – super practical and beginner-friendlyYouTube channels like The Build Show, InvestFourMore, and The Real Estate Robinsons break things down visually When walking a rehab deal, look closely at:Major systems: Roof, HVAC, electrical, plumbingKitchens & bathrooms (these can eat your budget fast)Foundation and structural issues (red flags = $$$)City/permit requirements — especially if you're in a stricter area For courses/masterminds:BiggerPockets Bootcamps – highly rated and beginner-focusedCheck local real estate investor meetups (REIAs) — many offer in-person or virtual training on rehabs and deal analysisAshley Kehr’s Rookie Investor content (on BP and Instagram) is great if you want practical, down-to-earth adviceFinally, be sure to build your team early — especially a contractor and an investor-friendly agent (or become one yourself if you’re interested).

The Home Builder's Survival Guide" – Tom StephaniOffers practical advice on navigating market downturns, managing cash flow, and staying profitable.Final ThoughtsWhether you're an investor looking to build wealth or a builder aiming to create quality homes, these books provide the knowledge you need to succeed.

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In virtually all states finding a buyer for a seller without real estate license is "Practicing real estate brokerage without a license"How that gets interpreted in your state may depend on how the contract is written.

I am beginning to think that getting a conventional loan might be more practical for flips I am doing and hoping to get some feedback from individuals who have potentially done the same.First, the homes I am buying as the realtor/buyer can pass inspection/appraisals so the flexibility of HML is negligible.

Disclaimer: While I’m an attorney licensed to practice in PA, I’m not your attorney.

At 20, you’ve got time on your side, and the fact that you’re already thinking about the European market sets you apart.I’ve been in real estate for years and here’s what I’d recommend to build a solid foundation Books to Start With (good no matter the market):* *Rich Dad Poor Dad* by Robert Kiyosaki – mindset & financial literacy* *The Millionaire Real Estate Investor* by Gary Keller – fundamentals* *Long-Distance Real Estate Investing* by David Greene – useful for investing abroad or remotely* *Investing in International Real Estate for Dummies* – very practical for your goalKey Tips:1.