If house hacking isn't the best option for me, how would you recommend starting out to build up some investments.

I started and did it differently.

I'm a local youth pastor in MN and I'm looking into getting started in real estate so that I can provide extra income for my growing family.

With your background, I have no doubt you're starting on the right foot.How many properties are you planning to start with?

I'm curious what more experienced investors will leave to finish repairing after they list the property, but before they start to show it (or lease it).I start the marketing about two weeks prior to completion, with an advertised availability date of one week after completion.

Starting locally vs. out of state:I always recommend starting locally if it aligns with your goals.

However I am not sure its the best investment strategy for someone who is just getting started.

Don't be paralyzed thinking you don't know enough to get started.

Major in business (with a real estate focus), start learning through books, podcasts, and investor meetups, and work on building credit and saving money while in school.

Would you have or know where I could find an example lease to use as a starting point?