Even if you are not cash flowing on day one, that's okay (in my opinion), you're not paying the full mortgage on your own, which in of itself is a huge win and you learn other tangible real estate investing skills along the way by simply owning. 

.), spending time with my family, and always continuing to better myself whether that be reading books, being outdoors and exercising, networking, and/or sharpening my skills for my trade.I started my real estate journey in 2021 after a software business I was a partner in had a bad partnership breakup that saw me lose everything (financially). 

I don't have the skill set YET to gauge rehab costs and try to BRRRR, but I'd like to learn.This is definitely a choice but my option is that you will do better if you focus on duplexes and cherry-pick a few SFRs as you come across them.As for your Strengths, it sounds like you have an excellent ability to save and your ability to bulk analyze data will serve you well to identify big-picture areas, property types, and characteristics to focus on.I like that you realize the first investment will not be your best investment.

Like I said, I may be new but I am driven and ready to continue learning and leveling up my skill sets.  

Over-relying on a coach for every decision can hinder your ability to develop critical thinking skills and confidence in your own judgment.5.

I then sift through these properties and use my development skills to identify properties that have the potential to be developable for residential purposes.  

They can sharpen skills you already have, or expose you to things you've never even thought of.

Because obviously there was no skill or courage involved, and houses will definately be cheaper in 20 years. 

We find deals, close them, and manage them all in house with a combination of our experience and skills. 

They instead lack the skill to do a proper bid.