What type of Commercial RE property for beginner investor?

[Alan Malicse]

Hello - My name is Alan Malicse and I live in Hercules, CA

I'm guessing this has been asked before but I'd like to bring up here.

I've recently made the commitment to change career paths after being laid off from a career I've been in for 17 years. I've taken the step towards my Real Estate license in which my state exam is scheduled for Jan.

My question is - I had first set my sights on retail / strip mall type property but considering my lack of experience - what would you advise as good properties to start with? I know many have started with 4 - 5 unit apartments and moved up from there.

Could someone with no experience invest in retail as opposed to multi family units?

Thanks for your time!