I recently decided that I am going to get into real estate investing and I've been devouring the podcast episodes, I read Rich Dad, Cashflow, and I'm currently reading Brandon's book on investing in real estate with no and low money down.I have a couple of recurring questions that I haven't found the answers to and I'm hoping that somebody can answer them here, or point me to a resource or place where it has already been discussed.1) Rich Dad and Cash Flow talk over and over about running things through a business you create.

Then hoping to continue purchasing a property or two a year and ramp up over time as I get the hang of things - aiming to achieve a goal of financial independence through my recurring rental income covering 100% of my living expenses in the shortest time possible (while continuing to work a full time job).I'm also interested in hearing people's opinions on whether to go solo vs partnering with a more experienced investor on a first deal to learn the ropes, as well as how to best find agents who get the investor mindset and know some of these locations, and glad to network with others in the Northern Jersey area.

There is an apartment complex in Pensacola that has recurring problems.

Start by educating yourself on strategies on increasing your net recurring monthly income vs. hunting for a big score.Take a financial calculator class & practice & study the exercises to apply them to real world situations.Set a goal to socialize with successful people with a common interest  & have a goal to build deep trusting long term relationships with them.

Do 5 deals and you are looking at 75 investors (excluding recurring ones).  

That seems to be kind of a recurring theme on the podcasts. 

i don't have any nearby (they're at home)...Thanks, Up front CAPEX should not be included, but it's important to include recurring CAPEX in the operating expenses (at least in my opinion).

I like the recurring theme of interest only vs amortized loan payments...once I learn more about that I'm sure we'll put that to use in negotiations.Thanks again, I'll send you a quick PM!

Rather than trying to "re-train" your borrowers, you might look at your processes if late payments have been a recurring issue.

I also eliminate any tenants that have recurring payment issues.