@Giovanni BarbosaIt’s great that you're starting in real estate!

That being said, if you're 23 and you don't own a home, I really do recommend starting with a house hack as you don't need the 25% down capital to get started and you kill 2 birds with one stone by getting a rental and having a roof over your head. 

Always start with investor investor-friendly agent.

I have been in property management for 20 years, almost 3 years ago I moved to Birmingham AL to start my investment journey.

Then if you still 100K off, I would start dropping the price in a big way to get to an even playing field. 

Quote from @Makani Donaldson: Hey everyone, so I started briefly looking into my markets that I would want to get into then met with a lender.

I am passionate about Tiny Homes, I started just by helping more people with creative floorplans by self teaching myself CAD design so I could help more families.

 just start generating leads and start talking to people and when you’re not doing that educate yourself also hire a mentor just basically get active..

Thankfully, we caught it during the plan review stage, and with a stamped structural design, they got the kitchen of their dreams—without jeopardizing safety or facing surprise delays.Here’s what to think about when renovating:Structural Changes: Even moving a wall can have ripple effects on the stability of your home.HVAC Systems: New layouts might need adjusted airflow or ductwork.Plumbing and Electrical: Moving sinks, showers, or outlets requires careful rerouting to comply with building codes.Before starting demolition or submitting permits, have your plans reviewed by a licensed engineer or architect to avoid costly surprises.

Best thing to do is start by reading The Ultimate Guide to Grading Cleveland Neighborhoods.