This was intended to be a classic BRRRR deal but now that I am at the end of the train I had a lot of trouble finding someone to refinance the house 70% LTV or even close at a reasonable rate.

However, your landlord client neglected this property for A WHILE and in that time 3 squatters Have comfortably found their way into the property and turned it into the classic hoarders home with animal droppings, fleas, and trash from front to back.

We are trying to help you not step into the mud puddle you are about to.Your attitude is a classic combination of a lack of self-awareness, misplaced bravado, and anonymity.

I just wish local appraisers were as optimistic as our tax assessors who inflate (taxable) value beyond comprehension.A colleague spent 3 months & a lot of money rehabbing a classic old home only to have it appraised too low.

You mentioned passive income - John Schaub's "Building wealth one house at a time" is classic. 2.

This is the classic BRRR approach.

But toys that I have spent money on are  pinball machines,  a classic car,  etc.  

A success that comes from overcoming obstacles and finding creative ways to get involved in real estate investing.In 2014, I set out on a journey that had all the makings of a classic boondoggle. 

Jackie Greetings Jackie, Here are five real estate investing books that can be excellent guides for new investors (Yes, some have been mentioned above):"Rich Dad Poor Dad" by Robert KiyosakiWhile not solely focused on real estate, this classic lays down fundamental financial principles, including the benefits of real estate investing.

Classic wholesale transaction.Morph this just a bit, instead of my funds I use someone elses' funds, a mortgage or transactional financing.