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Rookies, beating the Pride Monster
Alright, here's one where our seniors can spread some wisdom to all us newbies. Especially on your first few deals, how do you balance taking on a "doable" project, versus your pride? How does one avoid getting over their head with a project that they're not qualified for simply because they think, "I can do/fix that?"
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- Flipper/Rehabber
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in my opinion, there has been way too much emphasis on "mindset" and not on reality. if you're not in a strong financial position, then don't start investing, period. it doesn't have much to do with pride.
with that said, the best way to start is with a house hack. there is no other strategy that even comes close. so if you can house hack, house hack.
here's a good thread