He was a licensed GC in California, concentrating on remodels. 

I concentrate of 4 units and under typically but this could also be scaled up.

I'm actually concentrating on San Antonio. 

Thanks for all the replies thus far.I am really only considering Raleigh since that is where the tech companies are concentrated and I'm also considering employment opportunities for myself in the area.

You can either concentrate on structuring deals that will be accepted and will close assuring you of some profit and success or you can play a numbers game where you make 100 offers and only 2% get accepted.

I am currently seeking a mentor(s) in commercial real estate investing.My goal is to concentrate on commercial deals in EaDo (East Downtown), Greater Eastwood, Greater East End, Magnolia Park, and immediate surrounding areas.If you are a commercial real estate investor with an interest in this part of Houston, and would like someone local to train, teach, or work with...I'm the guy.I currently have 1 commercial rental, and 3 residential rentals in another area of Texas. 

His statement to me (Along with several others) has been to stay away from duplexes and triplexes and concentrate primarily on SFDs in nicer neighborhoods. 

I would say find your identity, then concentrate on a specific area in your local market until you know every street, neighborhoods, and schools. 

Until then I will concentrate on finishing the books and analyzing deal!

I would concentrate on learning the basics of real estate and investing.