If anyone ever wants help breaking down numbers or wants eyes on a property in the Triad, feel free to message me anytime.Happy investing, and hope this helps someone today. 🙌— Shakur

Little touches like this help buyers picture themselves living there, which usually leads to quicker and stronger offers.If you try adding one or two intentional details that guide the buyer’s eye and make the home feel cared for, you might be surprised how much faster your flips move.

Still do annual or semi-annual check-ins yourself.Even with systems, flying out once or twice a year keeps your eyes on the property, maintains relationships with your local team, and reminds you this is a realasset, not a spreadsheet.Make it an annual trip, videos and others input helps, but there is nothing like putting your own eyes on your property.It isn't impossible to do with the right systems, best of Luck!

I am looking to acquire my first investment property in 2026, been eyeing a few markets in the Midwest and came across this deal:Expenses:Purchase price: 70,000Closing Cost: ≈ 1050Down Payment: 21,000 (30%) at 7.1 interest rate ( what I assume I will get based on my qualifications)Property Tax: 612 AnnuallyInsurance: 276 AnnuallyReapirs and Maintenance: 5%CapEx: 5%Vacancy: 10%PM Fees 9%Total Expenses $620 per monthRental Income: Currently occupied at $750 per month, 7.03% CoC returnHome is turn key with the option to do a Slow BRRRR, looks like could use some basic cosmetic updates over time.Located in C Class Neighborhood in Indianapolis based on this mapI have my Vacancy Rate Higher than I would expect due to the Class C Neighborhood, even at 15% it still cash flows solidly at 4.99%Anything as a beginner I am missing?

Since you already know how to position properties to renters on Facebook Marketplace, you could apply that same creativity toward listing strategy and social buzz around flips.If you’re looking to get involved hands-on, you might consider:Partnering with a local flipper to help market one of their projects (great way to learn the numbers and process without taking all the risk).Sitting in on open houses and noting what questions buyers ask most often — it’ll give you insight into what features matter in your market.Starting small by networking with wholesalers and rehabbers in Denver so you can see what types of properties are moving and why.Flipping has a steep learning curve, but with your background in marketing, you’re already ahead in one of the toughest parts: getting eyes on the property when it’s ready to sell.Looking forward to seeing how you dive into this side of the business!

Saving 5k per month for 10 months is 50k - typical multifamily properties require 20% down - on a 400k property, that would be 80k, not to mention funds for closing costs etc..You could get into a single family home for 3-10% down on a first time buyer program, which is a bit easier, but the challenge would then be to rent out each room to house hack - depending on the layout of the home this could be doable (but may not be ideal - something to think about).Ultimately, you're on the right track - keep doing what you're doing, keep your eyes open for off market deals, create a habit of checking properties in the market you want to be in daily.

Always happy to connect, answer questions, or help you keep an eye out for your next deal!

When national volume returns, markets like ours tend to outperform quietly and quickly.Another useful signal:Lumber just hit its lowest price since October 2024.Perfect conditions for builders, flippers, investors, and anyone eyeing new construction or heavy value-add projects.

Chad Carson's Small and Mighty approach was what initially drew me to REI; it opened my eyes to its wealth-building potential, especially with respect to achieving FIRE.From speaking to real estate professionals at local events, it looks like multi-family homes outside the Greater Boston Area (but still in MA) are what I should be looking at first, although since I'm very new to REI it's possible my thinking will change over time as I learn more about different markets and strategies (e.g. single family homes in out-of-state markets).

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