Not true.

And, I don't know if it's true that "most" investors jump to multifamily.  

Id recommend connecting with someone who can help you shop more investment-specific/rental programs on a national scale.

Is this true?

If that is true I think you're on the right track. 

I do have a small shop with equipment that I use exclusively in fixing my rentals.   

2  - I often read about some wholesalers lack of knowledge and I must agree that sometimes, it is very true.

Ok so a diff path then my previous post.I also wanted to invest in real estate but just assume( and bet is probably true) that most of the people that find truly good investments have  either or all of the following the most "average joes" don't:1.

If your looking to invest and learn about notes PPR may not be the right place as they are true mailbox $ and as passive as it gets (which is nice as well).

Then once it's acquired and/or fixed up you could shop around for long term financing if planning on holding the property rather than flipping it.