Birmingham’s lower prices allow for better leverage and risk hedging with less capital. A $200,000 property in Birmingham (common for distressed homes via New Western) requires a $40,000 down payment (20%). With 5% an...

I will start by saying I am very lucky to have a paid off primary residence in the northern Kentucky area in my late 20s. I have recently been educating myself to get into real estate investing, but with so many paths...

The local economy is diverse, but don’t overlook the neighborhoods with some rough patches.

Congrats on passing the Texas RE exam, even if you don’t go full-time, that knowledge will absolutely help you make smarter investment decisions and navigate deals more confidently.

It’s great that you're coming in with a CPA background too, even if it’s not RE-specific.

Profile has a more detailed description of my history.  Been doing a lot of research the last 2 months, trying to think of pros and cons of each of the investment approaches and what is right for me: raw land flip, SF...

Since prices in NJ are steep and house hacking isn’t an option, here are a few markets worth exploring where your equity could stretch further and still offer solid returns:Cleveland or Cincinnati, OH – Affordable entry points, strong rental demand, and landlord-friendly laws.Indianapolis, IN – Steady appreciation, cash flow potential, and good property management options for out-of-state investors.Pittsburgh, PA – Close enough for occasional visits, with diverse neighborhoods and stable rents.Kansas City, MO or Birmingham, AL – Lower purchase prices and strong cap rates for new investors.Since you already own a home, leveraging your equity to buy a cash-flowing single-family or small multi-family out of state could be a smart move.

Everyone has crunched the numbers and to get about 20k per month in cash flow you need 50+doors and about 20mil in RE.  20mil in RE means a ton of $$ down.  

Louis is known for its diverse housing stock and stable tenant demand.Indianapolis is often called one of the most balanced investor markets - it has affordability, cash flow, and a steady population base.Since you're planning to invest out of state, your biggest asset will be your team - an agent or provider who understands rental-grade investments, a trustworthy property manager, and reliable contractors (if needed).

Is there a stigma re: FSBO?