After that at some point he had me read Rich Dad, Poor Dad and I knew he was right that it was the way to build wealth, but I didn't think it was something attainable for me. 

The AZ Landlord Tenant Act doesn't specify a mandatory minimum temp that must be attainable.

if the  138K heloc is ample  for your needs and if the 7.6%  isnt a teaser rate - use this one ....also make sure you are  familiar with  1) costs for each  2) required payments 

The company offers what they call "attainably priced" apartments, arguing that their rents are lower than market rate.

@Matt Wells- DSCR  loan will be your best bet if you are  having  DTI  qualifying issues...make sure your  rental income is ample to qualify 

If you have ample time and want to be hands-on, I’d recommend choosing a market that interests you and building a team—including an agent, contractors, and a management company—to support you throughout the process.However, if you’re busy and don’t have the time to manage all these aspects, turnkey options might be a better fit.

Real Estate is a vast industry, and with dedication, continuous learning, and ample networking, success is within reach.

They even have classes and designations you can attain to set yourself apart from other companies.

I personally think Real Estate Rookie provides a clearer road map for your first investment property in situations that are more attainable today.

This includes budgeting for initial investments, calculating potential returns, and having a contingency plan for unexpected expenses.Real Estate is a vast industry, and with dedication, continuous learning, and ample networking, success is within reach.