Getting Started in real estate

[Amy Atkinson]

I am newer to Bigger Pockets, but have been absorbing all the podcasts, forums and education available here over the last several months.  This website is an unbelievable resource.  I just completed my basement finish, and am renting my basement out to pay off some of the debt I incurred during finishing it.  I am in Sioux Falls, SD and am able to get $600/mo (including utilities) for my basement.  I am a go-getter but have been in transition the last couple of years due to some personal life changes.  I left my $80K/year job, and am now making about $45K, but am much happier.  I finished the drywall myself in my basement, and did the mud, tape and texture.  I have business acumen/experience, and the ability to get whatever results I set my mind to if I know which direction I'm moving/ where to start.  I am in a desk job and chomping at the bit to get into real estate.  I would like to find a cheaper fix and flip to get my feet wet.  However, I don't really have any money.  I have my talent, capabilities and determination - is this enough for me to find a way to get started?  I am ready to have a career on the move, not be stuck in the office all day every day.  Any constructive feedback is appreciated!  :)