We typically schedule major interior renovations during tenant transitions.

We actually are gonna be in a early 40s when this life transition happens so we probably will still have some kind of a income.

Yvette first off you are not late to the table at all and I think it’s amazing that you’re even putting yourself out there after such a big life transition A lot of successful investors don’t start until their forties or fifties so you’re in great company The fact that you already own your own colonial home shows you’ve got a solid foundation and that drive to learn quickly is going to carry you far My advice would be to start small maybe a house hack or a simple long term rental here in Maryland so you can learn the ropes without overwhelming risk Also don’t be shy about joining local real estate investor meetups or REIA groups it’s the best way to learn the language and build connections You’ve got the mindset and motivation and that’s half the battle already

-Oxford House may want to be in walking distance to a minimum number of entry level job opportunities, public transit, and 12 step programs.Our software checks for properties which meet all of the above criteria, so that our clients can purchase them and offer them as an Oxford House.

People with military backgrounds also seem to do very well transitioning to real estate investing. 

Hi everyone, I’m transitioning to a full time career in tech into the Denver investment market.

When you get ready to transition to the sober living you now have 4 rental properties.  

Expanding your portfolio while preparing to transition into full-time real estate is a smart move — you’ll be setting yourself up for a smoother retirement.

That ‘hands-to-action’ mindset will serve you really well as you transition into flipping full time.Totally hear you on the GC concern — I think almost every investor has a story about at least one tough experience there.

Once you transition into pure investment properties, most lenders will want 20–25% down, but you can also explore DSCR loans or portfolio lenders that are investor-friendly.