Full time employee looking to become into full time investor

[Pablo Hernandez]

2 buddies and I are just getting started and want to know what the first step should be. We’re taking classes to get our real estate licenses and get our foot in the door but I’d like to move faster. I bought a home about a year ago and fully understand what a liability is. What is the first step for us to invest? Can I leverage my current home for capital? I have about 30k I’m okay with investing at the moment. Just want to know what the smartest move is given my circumstances. I have a good paying job and have proven sales success but I’m ready to exit the rat race.. please advise!