I don't think the complexity of what  I need to analyze really requires that level of horse-power. 

I've trying to wrap my brain around the Census Bureau's mountain of data but there's so much it's overwhelming.

Very powerful.

By tapping into these resources, you can access a wealth of information without opening your wallet.Finally, don't underestimate the power of self-education.

If your going into it as just a way to make a buck, with no real passion, then every “problem” will be overwhelming, you’ll be “clock watching” waiting to take a vacation, and dealing with “tenants, toilets and banks” will be a tedious chore.  

But to touch on the earlier point, physical asset investing under the nature of debt, efficiencies of scale, tax benefits/drawbacks, and the power of delegation before you dip your toes in.

@James BingNetworking at the local RIEAs and Facebook groups.There are a few power players in the area, deals flow has been low these days, and lots of non deals being floated about.Generally here is how the priority list goes and its based on ROI:1.

Just went into contract on a home (3 bedroom/2 bath with an outbuilding in the backyard with power) yesterday before doing solid number calculations (I relied heavily on my agent making the mistake of not doing my own due diligence, even as a rookie, I should have known better!). 

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While it’s possible engaging in one of these programs can shorten the time required to become a “power” agent considerably, it also may be a gigantic waste of money if marketing efforts are engaged without waiting for the all important test results.One popular career tract being offered in collegiate business programs across the world right now is marketing data analytics - analyzing the results of test marketing campaigns and applying/interpreting these results to form an effective and profitable marketing program.The other choice is to engage one of the many companies that will set up a generic real estate agency website for you, with the usual stock photos as well as MLS feed, create a blog and tie it to the new website, and start posting information and answering questions are various social media sites.After getting your feet wet, you can purchase services such as SEO, or a PPC campaign, on a a la charge basis, and track the results using one of many analytical programs available online.