Additionally, consider other factors such as potential appreciation, tax benefits, and long-term wealth-building potential.Lastly, don't hesitate to seek advice from experienced real estate professionals, such as real estate agents, property managers, or mentors, who can provide valuable insights and guidance as you navigate your first investment. 

My only comment would be that they get you set up with 4 sessions to get set up and I felt like it got me to about 50% of what Hostaway can do and the rest was up to me.

Long time listener to Afford Anything and Stacking Benjamins, heard about Bigger Pockets from there and have been having trouble getting off my butt and finally doing the things, so hoping to start in the direction of finding a mentor and actually learning this stuff.Glad to be here!

I have learned from my mentor over the last two decades. 3 years ago I took a step into preferred equity and landed an amazing opportunity.

That goes for any product, service, mentor or coach. 

My question is, if I can read most of the information given at sessions, and network with people in my region, or social media, what is the benefit of taking 3-4 days off work and spending a couple grand (entrance, flight, food, lodging)? 

I would like to somehow (hopefully), find a mentor to help guide me so I eventually partake in my first real estate investment whether it be wholesaling or owner-occupied property.

I tried finding a mentor on my own (for whole sale) while I get my license but that was a disaster.

Lastly, I want to make networking and hopefully even finding a potential mentor a high priority.

Finally, finding a mentor who's already doing what you want to do is invaluable.