Best practices starting with 400K

[Eric Charles]

Just getting started, and looking to get on a path to freedom.  I have 400K in capital to leverage into an income stream. Properties would initially self managed, but eventually turned over to a management company to allow freedom of movement.  I have a solid handle on the fundamentals, but no clue as to the most intelligent and efficient way to deploy this capital to get maximum income.  Currently in Lincoln, NE but willing to move to any market to set this up.  Any opinions and advice are most welcome! Thanks