Just completed the “Real Estate 101” course and here are my top takeaways: • Real estate success isn’t about luck, it’s about paying attention. • Opportunities are often right in your own neighborhood (vacant lots, long “for sale” signs, or undervalued homes near schools/transportation). • Rentals aren’t passive at first, but with good systems they can bring: • Monthly income • Tenants paying down your mortgage • Property appreciation + tax benefits Biggest lesson: “smart investors don’t chase trends — they catch them early.”

Hey! I’m an intern diving into real estate investing and development and I’m learning fast that the small things early on can lead to big results down the line. I’m trying to figure out where to focus my time and energy, so I’d love to learn from you: What was one thing you did early that made a big difference later? • A habit that helped you grow faster? • A resource that changed how you think? • A mindset shift that made everything click? Drop your feedback below!

Before I started interning, I thought flipping was an easy process: - Buy a house - Pick cool finishes - Sell for a big profit But now I know the truth: • Surprise electrical issues • Contractor no-shows / working on their timing • Making sure to stay within budget It’s made me realize flipping is a step-by-step process. The people who succeed aren’t the ones who avoid problems, they’re the ones who stay patient and push through. Here’s some wisdom: Break up the flip into stages and focus on one thing at a time to avoid stress. For the flippers or anyone who wants to get into it, what was your biggest “this isn’t as easy as I thought” moment?

This past week while shadowing Jasmine opened my eyes to how much goes into real estate. I realized that it’s everywhere, vacant lots, boarded up houses, and even neighborhoods people usually overlook. Flipping isn’t as easy as it looks. It takes a lot of motivation, effort, and trusting the process. I also got to see how many trades are involved with this whole process such as, masonry, carpentry, welding, and more. I learned it takes a whole team to bring a property back to life. This past week taught me that real estate is about seeing potential where others tend to overlook and being willing to put in the work to make a change.

Here’s a little secret I’ve learned: the best investors aren’t just buying what looks good right now. They’re buying for what’s coming 5–10 years from now. Think about it, neighborhoods don’t blow up overnight. That run-down area with boarded-up windows? That’s usually where the biggest appreciation happens once development and demand kick in. - Quick wisdom: “Don’t buy the house everyone wants now. Buy the house everyone wishes they bought later.” How do YOU spot an up and coming area? Any tips or red flags?