I almost never get calls, most people send a message via Vrbo or Airbnb if needed, but it it much more common for them to just instant book with no questions.

Quote from @Pranav Patel: Hello,I'm 22 years old with roughly $50k saved up through part time jobs and internships.

And welcome to BP.I think you are on the right path. 

They have a monthly meet up.

Many posters say it's important . . . and they're happy to help you set it up for a fee.See what's happening?

You might want to talk to a banker and real estate agent before deciding.

Fix it.We eliminate as much landscaping as possible: we take out flower beds and most decorative features, ideally, lawn mowing is the only job tenants have to do, because we know that's all we can expect from most.

I don't know the Baltimore market but have a friend who is a very savvy investor there and maybe he would do some coaching to help you understand which way is up.

I searched for a few months and ended up buying a rent-ready, duplex in Brookhaven, PA.

The brokerage should be very glad to have you onboard.I'm looking forward to your future posts as you share your success.