Luckily, at this early stage, you don't necessarily need a mentor to learn a lot about REI.You can (and should) learn a lot about numerous REI niches by reading, watching videos, listening to podcasts, and learning as much as possible.

If we do a FSBO, we will watch as many videos and read asmany thing as we can over the next few weeks.

They also tend to network with brokers because brokers know who is actively buying.Red flags to watch forUnverified ARVs, inconsistent access to the property, not being able to show equitable interest, pressure to send money before you verify the basics, or any lack of transparency.

Hi all,I am new to the real estate investing game and have recently begun learning as much as I can through reading books, listening to podcasts, and watching YouTube videos.

Watch closely.

But if there’s any uncertainty about timing, I’d lean toward a bridge loan or even negotiating a rent-back period after selling, just to keep things flexible.If you have enough equity in your current home, the HELOC gives you the freedom to move forward without rushing the sale and since interest is only paid on what you use, it keeps things manageable during the overlap period.The only thing to watch is timing and market conditions.

@Lauren Redies I lived 5 mins east of Brookside Park for 5 years and watched it grow.

Good luck and watch a couple YouTube videos on roofs so you know what to look for.

With your projected numbers, you’ve got solid potential equity, but watch your rehab budget closely.

Hi @Joshua Rodriguez, I haven’t done a flip on my own, but I have invested in flip projects  through my club, and from watching the operators and going through the vetting process, I’ve learned a lot about what matters in evaluating deals.