Using Equity in your Home to get started investing in RE

[John L.Riddle]

Hello to all BiggerPockets members!...I'm interested in getting started in investing in either in Single Family or possibly a 8-16 unit apartment complex. I currently have approx. 170k in equity in my current home located just North of Atlanta in Lawrenceville, GA. In the evenings, I have listened to a lot of Pod Cast and You Tube videos on some of the well known recognized RE mentors. I'm ready to take action and looking for advice as to how I can get started immediately. I look forward to your advice and comments!