I recommend two accounts: checking and savings.

What are you thinking to get started in investing?

Not able to move (at least for a while) due to my job.Looking to use savings that would’ve been for a primary residence down payment to invest in rental property out of state.Would love to make connections, hear thoughts on good markets to look into, strategies to maximize return, etc. 

Keep your 9-5 job to save money to purchase real estate.

If you buy in a city with limited appreciation, every investment dollar must come from your savings.

With the FHA loan you won't need a huge amount of your savings.

BiggerPockets is full of resources designed to help you along your journey, whether you are just getting started or a seasoned investor.

Quote from @Akintunde Aboaba: I’m looking to start investing in real estate this year and would appreciate insights from experienced investors on the best strategies in today’s market.

Money came from 50k of savings and 50k borrowed from a 401k account that I am paying myself back in 5 years with a payment of 1000 a month. 

The greatest advice I got from my mentor when I was starting out was to think like I owned a 100 unit portfolio.