EDUCATE YOURSELF - yes, it will take time, but will lead to a selection that better meets your expectations & avoids potentially costly surprises!

Montse I'm here in Rotterdam...working on renovating a 3 unit townhouse and gettting an expensive education on the Dutch construction industry...

Pull your tenant-landlord laws for your area and arm yourself with as much education as you can about being a first time landlord. 

Like Rich said, starting reading and self-educating. 

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The less you "do" the more you have time to educate others.  

After two years your only profit will be the education you gained. 

Start by educating yourself with foundational books like The Millionaire Real Estate Investor and practicing deal analysis using tools like BiggerPockets calculators.

By understanding the local market and organizing a strong support network, you will unlock varied opportunities for growth and long-run success.If you’re interested in learning more about how to get started or want to discuss specific opportunities in Phoenix, feel free to reach out to local experts or explore educational resources tailored to this market.How many foreclosures are there today vs 2010 or historical average in Maricopa county? 

., and getting familiar with each zipcode so when the next lead comes up, you are much more educated to handle a conversation or pitch a solution. 2.