Just found a potential way to get started.

We officially moved to PA about a year ago and we are ready to start looking at getting a rental here.

But we both are determined, have an eye for design, and enjoy the learning process. 

Hawaii is a good start on that front. 

Starting in REI can already be a little nerve racking, so I recommend doing your first deal on the easiest mode you can to build your confidence and build your skill set.If I had to do it all over again, I'd buy a personal home with 3-5% down then repeat every 12-18 months.

It may also seem like it makes a business relationship start with mistrust.

If the tenant wants to rent it two months from now, I will hold it for two weeks and then they start paying rent, utilities, mowing the lawn, etc.

In that case, you're right back where you started. 

Also knowing how to start and getting it laid out right.

Hello, I just recently moved to Houston with my girlfriend with the hopes of getting a new start.