Newbie with questions!

[Mariana Moldovanu]

Hi all! Just finished reading the "How to Invest in RE" book and want to build my "to do" lists and work through MINS (not trying to show off, just using the book terms for "reinforcement"). 

What are the MOST IMPORTANT NEXT STEPS based on your experience? 

For me, I'm thinking I need to:

1. Find a CPA

2. Find an attorney

3. Find a broker

4. Find a realtor

Some nagging questions are floating around my head-would love some input:

1. Are interest rates and lending process on a secondary property (2nd home, investment home) different than your primary home? If so, how are they different?

2. How much cash should a new investor have to be in a good position to get started?

Thank you all!