While starting off with this strategy you could also be studying more about value-add options and start attending meetups in your area to get an idea of what other people are doing. 

Various marketing studies have been done over the years which suggest that your recipient has an average of somewhere around a 7-second attention span before he/she "pitches" your card.

Study the market.

A recent study showed it was initially cheaper to rent than to buy in 97 of the largest 100 markets.  

I am new to the investment game although  i have listened, studied and taking courses for years.

We deal with some of the best "we buy" folks on the east coast.When the property condition is unexpected, they terminate during the study period... as they have reserved the right to do. 

You could even look into Opportunity Zones.Other options are doing a Cost Segregation study depending on the property.To drag out the gains, you can do a Deferred Sales Trust, or Installment Sale.

Wholesaling does NOT lead to investing, studying real estate finance, principles and law and working for an investment real estate company leads to successful real estate investment. 

Study the market.

I am particularly interested in purchasing my first investment property as a short-term rental (STR).After analyzing recent data from AirDNA, I have identified several promising areas: Douglas, Saugatuck, Fennville, and I am also exploring opportunities around Stevensville and New Buffalo.I understand that regulations around STRs vary widely, and I've taken the time to study city maps to identify areas where they are still permitted.