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.

The idea of requiring tenants to carry at least $100K of liability coverage serves as your first line of defense for damages caused by your tenant.

Alternately, showing a bank statement with at least 100% of the purchase price could serve a similar purpose.

I wanted to open and operate my own to serve the need in my community to help bridge those gaps between families.

We own a local condo that we rent, and I serve as the property manager, which pays me $3000 per year to be the property manager (ie, self-employed, single employee, sole proprietor).

We’ve seen it firsthand: agents who refer investors to reliable management get repeat buyers, faster transactions, and referrals that come full circle.What would happen if, instead of guarding “our lane,” we built ecosystems that served clients from purchase to portfolio growth?

Serve them a 3 day notice to cure or quit.

As an engineer, your analytical mindset will actually serve you really well in real estate!

Real estate + craftsmanship is a powerful combo — you’re not only serving clients but also shaping legacy in the homes you touch.

I'm currently based in Yokosuka, Japan, serving at CFAY (Commander, Fleet Activities Yokosuka) in the US Navy, but I'm planning to return to the US to expand my real estate journey.