I am however a Real Estate agent so I have some knowledge about Real Estate in general but I am rapidly learning more about Real Estate Investing and want to stand on my investments to provide for me.

Those moments have been priceless learning experiences.Though I haven't done it yet, I think getting your feet wet will ultimately allow you to test your knowledge and rapidly build on what you know.

This would work well for blind pools, but probably would be harder to get to work in single-deal raises if funds are needed rapidly.

Consistent growth is better than inconsistent rapid growth. 

Mix that with some cities growing rapidly and others shrinking and you get a very dynamic and unique market. 

I had a few  four-plexus back in the late 2000's and they had great cashflow on paper but deteriorated rapidly when the unemployment rate rose. 

Do everything you can do make the house durable and tenant proof so the home doesn't deteriorate rapidly.

In Grand Rapids, the going rate is 10%.Randy

I just liked to complete the babysteps in rapid succession once I see results ;)

My name is Shane Davis and I currently live in Grand Rapids, MI.