Focus on one strategy, practice analyzing deals, and take consistent small steps like attending events and building relationships.

This strategy has worked for me. 

We're open to other strategies, but believe that sounds the most ideal so far. 

One of the strategies I am strongly considering for my first deal is a multifamily house hack.

@Derick Jennings Without knowing more about your situation, I'd likely recommend a house hack, a strategy I wish I would have known about when I got started.

I met with Wicked Smart today and was told they help you set up a lead sourcing system, help you structure creative financing - which is essentially lease option/purchase, subject to and owner financing....all strategies I am interested in learning more about.

The first thing I ask is why am I Buying the property.I always look at the exit strategy first, is it going to be a rental, a lease option sell, am I planning on living in it.

That's not a great strategy for Danbury.

So the exit strategy is the same with both options.

This strategy aligns well with the buy-and-hold model.Leverage Local Expertise: Partner with professionals like real estate agents familiar with rental markets and property managers who understand tenant needs.