Buying a house just to get that first one under my belt.

This is just another tool that (hopefully) i can add to the tool belt.

I have my first rental under my belt, and am looking to flip the next one.

Just like seat belts (who's had a ticket this week?)

If you can't answer the first and last questions OBJECTIVELY, I think these guys will have your pants down before you even know your belt has been unbuckled!

I would say I have had a slow start, but figure that after I have 5 years under my belt, I will be a solid producer.

Now im wondering if it would be smart to start with the listing and selling game and then move onto investing further down the road once i have a few years under my belt or simply dive right in and learn as I go.

I have a couple of flips (residential home and 7 acre parcel) under my belt and I'm currently working the purchase of a 3 acre parcel as well as the purchase of another primary residence as we speak.

and, i think that a couple of successful rehabs, or rentals under your belt increases your credibilty with lenders and other investors, which in turn can lead you to better deals, and more of them.

Glad you've got several under your belt already.