Hi, I am just about to get started in real estate for the first time: I am thinking about getting a triplex.

Start niching down now, master your chosen property type, and don’t pivot until you’ve got it dialed in.3.

So I'm interested in getting started in purchasing and running self storage facilities and want to learn more.  

@Cyndi Lees the thing that catches my eye in your post is that it would require quite a bit of work to get it started as a rental.

Replacing the roof is just the start.

Quote from @Will Greenlee: I would agree with @Drew Sygit every software has its kinks and this one along with all the other ones started somewhere.. 7-8 years ago Buildium was less effective than it is today, and now it is a lot better.

They now own 14 more properties than they did before we started working together just 8 months ago.

Unfortunately, with the number of pivots that are publicized and at inexperienced investor’s disposal, there’s never been more avenues for inexperienced investors to hold on too long.I hope inexperienced investors are mindful of this because I am constantly interacting with investors who are falling for these traps and doing immense harm to themselves, even if they may not be fully aware at the time of their decisions.It's crucial for investors, especially those just starting out, to recognize that not every investment will pan out as hoped (unlike what the gurus will tell you).

I spoke to her and they were going to do a light remodel (barely lipstick on a pig) and start renting the place. 

In my personal experiences a lot of structural items start with bad drainage.