For now, I am willing to make an exception for dependents. 

My name is Brendan and I am starting my real estate investing journey.

While I've built a successful contracting career, my long-term goal has always been to transition into real estate full time—a passion I've had since college.At present, I own a primary residence in Easley, SC, where I’ve converted the downstairs into a mid-term rental.

Owning in a place you like makes the occasional visit feel less like a chore.And always build a local team you trust—property manager, handyman, and insurance/mortgage pros that understand investment real estate.

We use real estate other.

Work with a real estate CPA to handle depreciation, cost seg, and proper allocation of tax benefits.

: While recent headlines have sparked a lot of confusion, the reality is that in many transactions, sellers are still offering compensation to buyer agents—especially when it helps attract more qualified buyers and get the home sold faster.Expensive or cheap: a more complicated question that really depends on your feasiblity and long-term goalslocation: I say this is important especially if you want to focus on airbnb

@James Ryan I am a fellow veteran, real estate investor, and realtor in the Dallas/Ft.Worth area.

It will depend on your preferences and how well you think you will tolerate having a room mate as you approach a new life with your partner.

But I’d also recommend asking other real estate investors in your local area or even here on BiggerPockets.