subscribe for the trials to the software and play around. but also build your network. 

Investing in real estate is a long-term play so it has to fit into how you want to build your life.

Taylor just called to congratulate me on my first purchase and walk me through the next steps.I will update this post as the process plays out and my first rental property journey begins. 

I am brand new and interested in my first foray into real estate investing.

This is not a cash flow play, and projecting a %3.1 return makes it a challenge to operate.Good LuckGino

What is your go-to paint color and brand?

Just like auto insurance, it isn't to buy you a brand new car, it is to fix yours or give you the value of the car as of the date of loss.

Our vision is to build a brand that is well liked and respected in the communities we are improving.GOALS SHORT TERM (1-5 yrs.)

Looking at new builds (brand new or recent), vetted for major repairs (there will be none presumably, some have a builders' warranty), that I will potentially own for 10-ish years. 

Section 8 can be a very smart play, but it's not great for first-time investors who are not planning (and have the resources) to continue the play to understand and perfect the obligations and to ensure the best renters.