I'm also a bit afraid we may be going into a recession soon, so now buying lots of EDV (20-30yr US treasury Bonds, which will go up in value by 30% for every 1% drop in 30yr bond rate) Good luck.

I’m just afraid of setting up myself for failure since it’s my first rental property.

What’s worse is many investors who do get burned become afraid of investments in general and keep their money “safe” at bank rates of return.  

One of the reasons why I’m bullish on real estate investing is because I am more afraid of the “what if I didn’t invest” rather than the “what if it goes wrong.”Yes, I could fail and lose everything I started with, but I’d still be farther along than if I never started at all.I’d have the knowledge, skills, and lessons that only come from taking action.Every misstep is a step forward when you’re learning and adapting.The real risk isn’t failure, it’s standing still and letting fear hold you back.Take action!!!

She has a new one coming out soon too.You'll get there, be patient.Don't be afraid to buy some well-priced LTR houses too. 

Think about it: this other guy (whose name I'm afraid to mention because he's likely a very bad dude) has been in RE a long time, had his license revoked, knows how to set something like this up. 

I am not afraid of the answer keep saving and I’m truly interested in any advice I can gain from everyone here!  

—half the battle is the mindset, and you’ve got that nailed.Start with the basics: understand your market, run the numbers, and don’t be afraid to ask questions.

I’m afraid the other wholesaler make the seller cancel my contract and leave me hanging

Undoubtedly all of us have business expenses that can rack up large credit card points balances and can be used for travel in ways better than just using the CC's travel portal.I am leaving Thursday going in business class (full lie flat seats) from Tampa to Switzerland for 70,000 points + $56.