And if you’re into marketing, knowing your way around Canva or even basic social media scheduling tools would be really helpful too.Finding a gig might take a little effort, but there are so many opportunities out there.

I have been part of a regular meetup for a couple years now and it definitely helps ground you in your local market.

The area is way to pricey for my budget so I do all my investing in midwest markets (Memphis and Detroit mostly).

True, but (a) they were typically experienced investors, and (b) today's market includes record prices and high mortgage rates, which is a double whammy. 

Do you have a preferred type of property and price range you're looking for in general (knowing the costs can be different based on they market)?

Pensacola is a great market for investing and the number of properties available right now is up so there are actually some on market properties with potential. 

They are on the market longer and are not going at asking prices but some people are still being very aggressive with their asking prices so it really isn't a great indicator.

Rent control laws are market specific.

I am proficient in investing and confident in earning 7-10% returns in the market over the next decade or two.

I've had smooth loans close with Kiavi and I've had rough ones, same with Roc.When Loans start to be troublesome:1) The borrowing entity docs are a mess2) The appraisal numbers are lower than expected3) Messy background reports4) Loans happening in an environment where market/rate fluctuating unpredictably 5) Your loan officer and their team are poor at their job6) Title issues that depend on county docs, that can be slow and painfulThere's more but it's Friday and I'm tired....