Just getting started, Pottstown PA

[Jeff Lehman]

I am brand new to real estate as an investment. My wife and I long term goal would be to get to the point where we have enough rental properties to support ourselves in retirement and also have something to possibly pass on to the next generation. I need to know what the steps are to put the wheels in motion. Do I need a lawyer first and foremost or where do I find the laws pertaining to landlords and tenants in my area. I am pretty comfortable with evaluating properties to invest in, and knowing what should be a good deal and what's not a good deal but I need help with the legal stuff. What do I need to know and do to keep from doing something illegal? I also don't want to assume I can do/change/repair/replace something, only to find out that it's not allowed by code or law and really makes the investment worthless? Any advice would be appreciated!