What I was getting at is that even investing "out of state", let alone out of the country, is more difficult when you don't have any personal connections and even more difficult with your first property.

I am personally buying a lot in Casa Grande, Arizona.

@Sonya Sharova I haven't personally done Frank Rolfes boot camp but I have heard it's great.

Personally, I think this company is probaby about to go out of business - they have lots of inventory, and it's not exactly prudent to be investing in FL in the coastal areas now anyway.  

Thanks, Jim Rice in person or online?

What you CAN do is partner up with someone experienced and split the deal.

I asked when the other person will retire.  

That person will be able to tell you what you can do and following that plan will give you peace of mind about your further investing strategy.

I'll let others chime in on their experiences, but from a motivational perspective, I think attending live events and getting the "conference high" is something that only happens through in-person connections and being in the same room with investors who are eagerly pursuing their real estate/financial goals. 

They are all under my personal name.