It's important to consider your own financial situation and whether you're ready for the commitment of owning an investment property.

You can either pay or find one for free (which really means at the moment one does not have the capital to bring much to the table, but they have the hunger to get things done at a high-level showcasing commitment to the mentor).

Not to mention the lack of actually wanting to work and make something with your life that is prevalent these days!

This entire process demands a good deal of time commitment, from staging your home to aligning with potential buyers' schedules. 

Hello Yang, affordable single family homes under $100k are prevalent in Cleveland area.

Generally speaking, my primary interest is in BRRRR or fix and flip, and I verrry much want to be in the trenches on reno and commit my time to the process fully. 

Before you commit to the new water heater, if you're at all DIY inclined, check that the elements and thermostats are working first.

Hi Richard, I Live at the Jersey shore as well and might be interested in the (depending on the time commitment) -- Really hoping BiggerPockets network continues to grow in our area.

Guy with a hedge fund always told me to "commit now, learn along the way"If numbers are way off than what you'd like...DO NOT DO IT lol. 

Ensure you have a thorough understanding of legalities, market dynamics, and risk management before fully committing, specially in hard money lending.