I'd say the most precious skill is knowing the value, now and projected future value.

Quote from @Jessica Miniru: Cold calling skills are great very few want to do it and that leaves it up to you to handle it and crush it for the people that do not want to do it.

Jumping into real estate as an entry-level investor is a smart move, there’s a lot to learn, but you're in the right place to build that knowledge and connect with experienced folks.

Biggest advice I’d give is to stay patient with the process, run your numbers conservatively, and choose projects that match your current skill level so you don’t get overwhelmed.If you keep things simple and focus on one good buy at a time, getting that second place by the end of 2026 definitely feels realistic.

That's not even getting into the used car salesman level lies they tell their customers to push them to a deal. 

It’s not finding deals.
It’s not analyzing deals.
It’s not even raising capital.
It’s understanding your financing strategy.
The investors I see scaling the fastest aren’t buying more properties — they’re using sm...

But I will say I'd rather work unrepresented than with an agent who is less skilled than me.

After my inspection for a condo, radon levels were high.

Love that you’re already focused on underwriting because that’s one of the biggest skills that separates people who scale from those who stall out.I’m based in Nashville and specialize in investment real estate so I’ll share what I’ve been seeing lately.

When the world slows down, the people who pay attention start lining up their next move.And right now, there’s something worth paying attention to:Mortgage rates just hit 6.06% — the lowest levels of 2025.If you’ve been waiting for a window to refinance or restructure anything in your portfolio, this is the cleanest shot you’ve had all year.