But reading all the success stories reminds me that this is a goal that is attainable.

With those accomplishments you can hit the ground running when your confidence level is attained to execute on your selected niche.http://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2013/02/22/buying-rental-property/ (how to buy a rental property) http://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2014/01/07/flipping-houses/ (step by step guide to flips)https://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2015/01/31/ultimate-beginners-guide-real-estate-wholesaling-2/ (Ultimate beginners guide to wholesaling)The bottom line is that you must take action to start.

Probably most were attracted by the pets on approval, yard, ample parking, good location, very reasonable rent, great management (or at least I try my best and think I can do as well or better than the manager handling 250 units)....so you may see a pleasant surprise when you get apps...

Screening your tenants properly is the best way to hedge your risk of having troublesome tenants (see the BP blog post, which is gospel) and carrying ample insurance in case someone gets hurt on your property is equally important.We currently use LLCs (no trusts) for our rentals and each rehab/new construction project.  

I don't want to take a shower while sitting on the toilet and baking a batch of cookies needs to be an attainable option :)

I noticed that as time went on, the ritual of keeping those "sacred hours" attained exceptional momentum.... in fact in 2011, I made a personal commitment in writing to buy my first income producing triplex by January 2014.

They do provide routine and ample protection, and they do meet or exceed ANSI grade 3 standards for residential use.

Of course, discovering sources of capital would be most helpful.I hope to be able to attain these goals with everyone!

Are you going to repair the existing development, or rebuild with the seed capital you attain from the insurance claim?

There was ample equity to get a line of credit on this property to finance the next one.