I think about taking these few issues and multiplying them out times ten (that's today, and hopefully in the future 20X or 30X) and it just makes me depressed thinking about it.  

If you had managed to purchase in those areas back then, your cash-on-cash return might look quite different today, especially with rental demand still holding strong.

Bigger Pockets is a great place for education and networking. 

I bought my first property in North Jersey at the peak of the 2006 market - came to the closing with no money and walked away with $10,000, still own the home to this day - and it's still possible do near this today - so, it can be done with $50K or less (doesn't mean you should do it that way...) 

And are actually making a good career educating and assisting investors to maximize the benefit of the 1031 exchange.

This is because value-add properties, especially those built in the 1960s to 1980s, typically take a couple of years to stabilize, particularly in today’s market conditions.

Currently working to gain capital as I educate myself and seek knowledge through every possible avenue.

The premise of the time value of money struck me: "Money in hand today has earning potential, and we can turn money today into more money tomorrow by investing it."

I need something simple that I could utilize today.Thanks you will not be able to get something today. in order to pull credit typically you must have a background check done on you and the company will also come visit your office and confirm you have specific security policies and procedures in place. 

EDUCATE YOURSELF - yes, it will take time, but will lead to a selection that better meets your expectations & avoids potentially costly surprises!