Lastly, education rates are up somewhat since 2010 while poverty rates are down.SNAPs (supplemental nutrition assistance program) rate is up a bit however. 

In fact, across the board, out of town investors are buying at *negative returns* which is making it absolutely impossible for savvy, educated investors to even get their foots in the door.

If that is accurate, I'd suggest you invest that money into education. 

My name is Pete and I'm looking forward to buying rental property income in the near future as well as increasing my knowledge and education in real estate.

Where little Tim and Jenny can get a good education, the family can live in a modest house, and still have enough left over to save for retirement?  

Its like trying to educate your kids and make sure they behave when you leave them home alone and you are not home and do not have any cameras to watch them,

Bigger Pockets is a great place for education and networking and is full of great content.I recommend that you check out the following resources:1.

I'm not an educator whatsoever but feel free to reach out with any questions. 

@Jane AbelYou can deduct the registration fee as continuing education. 

CCIM provides an excellent education in real estate finance.