Complete newbie from Sandy, Utah

[Ann Werner]

Greetings, everyone!  My name is Ann Werner, and currently I am a stay-at-home mom in Sandy, Utah.  I have been reading many books and listening to podcasts (especially Bigger Pockets!), and am hungry for change in my family.  I do not yet know which niche I would like to pursue--that is why I am trying to gather as much knowledge as I can.  I also realize that location makes a big difference in this respect.  Housing prices are rising quickly in my area as many jobs and people are flooding to the area. 

I do have a degree in economics, but zero experience in real estate.  I have stayed home for the last 12 years to raise my four children, but they will all be in school full time in the fall,  and I want to build an asset portfolio that will will bring cash flow to our family.  Any advice would be greatly appreciated.  

I am very grateful that I found this website and forum.  Thank you!