The recovery is certainly over and most markets are in the expansion phase, which then leads to hyper supply, and then the next drop or recession.

For now I'm in a capital recovery phase so I have some time.

Even so, I have so much more to learn, and new phases and opportunities to embark on.Keep the positive attitude, never give up, and you will get to your first destination.

My family is currently in a bit of a transitional phase which I've decided is a fantastic opportunity to kick-start our real estate investing career.

I am in the beginning phases of building my business up but have been studying REI and everything here on BP for years! 

The next phase of your investing may have to extend out of state, if the housing cost are to high in your immediate local market, their are ample markets where housing is very affordable and investment opportunities can be very fruitful.

I am still in the "I don't know what I don't know" phase in many ways.Because I have no experience and I don't have a hedge fund budget, I understand that I am not going to have note holders come running to me. 

I've considered Rent-to-Own but would like to simply get out of the business if possible.So i have a few questions:* is this just a phase for new investors?

I'm new to the industry and still in the education phase, but almost to a point where I feel I can get out there on my own.

You do have to take care that you don't overspend by doing a two-phase renovation.