Brand New to Site - How do I get started

[Jennifer M.]

Hi everyone,

I just found out about BiggerPockets yesterdays and brand new to real estate investment. I'm currently in the Charlotte area but open to buying property anywhere in the US. How do I get started? How do you know which areas within cities are good? How do you know which properties to buy? Is there a tool you use to find investments such as Mashvisor, Stessa, or any other real estate software?

I just moved to Charlotte so not familiar with the city at all, but have learned that South Charlotte is where people want to live. Rent for a 3 bedroom averages around $2k, however, homes are $500k+. I can find a few townhomes for around $300-400k, but how do I know this is a good investment?

I have great credit, cash on hand bit no idea what to do and how to start.

 Any insight and help will be greatly appreciated.

Thanks