So I am looking to see if anyone has ideas about what options I should consider to gain more experience in real estate investing as I get my finances up to make my first purchase.  

I would just be more cautious about the area you invest in and see what other investor experiences have been in the area you do decide to invest in as well.

Note investing can be broadly categorized into two classes – performing and non-performing notes.

Suppose you're always on the lookout for ways to help your clients grow their investments and add value to properties.

I'm Alejandro and me and my wife are doing our research to start investing in the US.

Instead of jumping into an expensive Long Island market with negative cash flow, consider investing in a Texas market like San Antonio, Houston, or DFW suburbs—these areas offer strong rental demand, lower property taxes than NY, and better cash flow potential.

Investment Info:Small multi-family (2-4 units) buy & hold investment.

Investment Info:Small multi-family (2-4 units) buy & hold investment.

@Matt Powers  Have you done any training, schooling in real estate investing? 

I would suggest finishing school, working as a part time agent while you are at school, saving commissions for investing, and working with a team that focuses on investing as opposed to residential sales.There are also local meet ups every month.