Sometimes, even great deals fall apart — and it’s not always about the property itself.
I’ve seen funding, communication, or due diligence issues cause last-minute hiccups.
What’s the biggest lesson you’ve learned f...

A little stress and discomfort is MOTIVATING.If you need things to be perfect to jump in, DO NOT buy real estate. 

Quote from @Drago Stanimirovic: I’ve heard stories of investors closing in under a week when the lender and deal lined up perfectly.

It is perfect for a business I will start in a couple years but not now.

Direct banks like WF, JPM, etc. tend to have best rates and pricing but extremely tight buy boxes so unless the client is a perfect fit, they just deny a lot of people and have very few options.  

Most people spend years thinking about doing something, but the fact that you’re already taking action and learning means you’re off to a strong start.A few great beginner resources to check out:Books: Rich Dad Poor Dad (for mindset) and The Book on Rental Property Investing by Brandon Turner (for practical strategy).Podcasts: The BiggerPockets Real Estate Rookie podcast is perfect for beginners — it breaks down real-world deals and lessons step-by-step.Next step: Pick one strategy to focus on!

This makes perfect sense when spelling it out, but I’ve only worked the sub2 deals that I’ve done by JV. 

Hey BP community 👋I’m based in Chattanooga, TN, and I’m looking to connect with investors focused on Short-Term Rentals (STRs) and event venues—especially those seeking unique or underutilized properties with upside potential.Over the past few months, I’ve come across several off-market deals in and around Chattanooga that I passed on at the time, but I’m realizing they could be perfect fits for STR or event-focused investors.

Use short, benefit-focused lines and highlight unique features (“Close to downtown,” “Perfect for families,” etc.).3️⃣ No emotional connection – Most hosts sell features (beds, Wi-Fi, TV).

I’m not perfect, but I’m hungry to keep learning, improving, and building sustainable success.Right now, my biggest limitation is capital.