Gunnar Phillips, the personal trainer for Chris Hemsworth and Billy Dee Williams (At 82 years old, yes. Talk about goals!) says success is a "joint effort." He continues on the topic by saying doing a workout with a partner "can help motivate you to reach your goals."

His philosophy applies to real estate investing as well: having the right partner can make all the difference. And just like when you're hitting the gym, it's not only about fostering the next deal—the right partner can also help motivate you to reach your long-term goals. Here are some partners every investor in Ann Arbor real estate needs.

As most real estate investors know, advice about real estate investment is easy to come by, you get it often, whether you want it or not, and from people who mean well. If you're an investor, you likely agree with the words of Mary Schich, "Be careful whose advice you buy, but be patient with those who supply it." Yes, the second they got wind of your real estate investing plans, your Uncle Ned, his third cousin, and their labradoodle all had the "best idea ever." But if you want some investment strategies you can depend on, keep reading!

After your real estate investing business has been born, it’s time to raise that investment into a wealth-generating force! The first steps are often the hardest: getting your first property, replicating your success, and getting a team together to manage a few properties simultaneously. Once you’ve gotten to this level, your business is still not fully realized. However, you do have a solid foundation. To take it to the next level, you have to do a few things differently. Here are some tips that will help you take your Detroit real estate portfolio to new heights.