In the past 3 years I realize I have put about 80k in down payments for rentals and for what: not much at the moment.

I started the company at 16 with my dads truck for some cash to spend with friends and what not, now it has turned into some sort of financial foundation for my future.

If you don't know what notes are or want to do the work yourself, I highly recommend signing up on their web sites for free training.

I'm curious what note investors that are on this forum have been buying, selling and holding notes for at least 10 years and have bought, sold, and held at least 50 notes successfully?

I'm also down for meeting up or what not. 

Since you are short on time, it's a great way to make your commuting time or what not more productive towards learning the business.  

I am looking for any advice on how to get started, where to look for good deals, and what NOT to do.  

It's still somewhat difficult to wrap my head around what note buying is and what it entails.  

You can earn more if you manage the property yourself... but if you are busy with other ventures, a management company might be a good route.Although no one is getting rich on their first income property, you could feasibly have it paid off in full in 6 years or less and then aside from depreciation, taxes, management fees and whatnot, it's cash free and clear.

thanks dawn, im trying i want to find some cheaper stuff to get started , build confidence and what not. its hard when there just saying how im gonna fail blah blah blah. this site is obviously living proof that it works if done properly