Columbus also has great macroeconomics - lots of job growth, population growth, and major employers developing here.

They stated that they were not a lawyer so they couldn't comment on the legalities of my question and they still worked for the bank so they couldn't give me any more info without losing their job but assured me that I was on the right track, keeping asking these questions and don't stop until you find your answer. 

She did an amazing job getting me the rental property financing I needed.

Skip the class and go straight to learning on the job.

Not nearly enough for a gut job or to cherry it out.

If you decide to join, take their claims with a pinch of salt and conduct your own due diligence.My experience has not been positive so far, but I am hoping for improvements in the future.

My main goal is it be able to retire at age 40 from my main job and work entirely on my real estate portfolio.

Here are some reasons to get the ball rolling:Thriving Market: Florida's population continues to boom, fueled by warm weather, a strong job market, and a business-friendly climate.

I would purchase a duplex (or even better, purchase a SFH with as many bedrooms as you can afford and rent by the room), and then slowly improve the property. 

Full stop.An investor can buy undervalued RE, do efficient improvements and create massive value.