Good afternoon Jason, Caleb had a very good point, I highly recommend owner financing to get you started on top of some sort of side gig.

I would love to share my educational resources with you!

This of course depends on your starting bank roll - but if its like mine (under 100k) - Im trying to put as little as possible into it on top of initial equity and fees.this will likely chew a big hole in your ROI  (now if you are looking to improve value with a cash out refi or a great prospect comes along that needs combo new plumbing, roof, windows, foundation repair, etc - well just make sure you know what youre getting into and/or have a good contractor and finger on the pulse of the market when estimating the ARV YOURSELF - couple missed items and you risk having a bad first investment and not doing it again).    7) dont be scared be ambitious ( i should heed my own advice sometimes) 8) define numbers goals within your target areas.  

If it is a market rate class A, B or even C properties, I would say that it (basic maintenance) is something the tenant should handle considering that for these properties the tenants likely have additional resources to handle small maintenance issues. 

This community is full of helpful resources and knowledgable professionals eager to assist during your journey.Have you chosen a brokerage yet? 

There's no shame in utilizing the resources your given.

Always a resource in the Reno area.

BiggerPockets is full of resources designed to help you along your journey, whether you are just getting started or a seasoned investor.

It will be work doing something you believe in with odds of success with the outcome.Any avenue takes work because the top 10% in any field that are very good at what they do tend to make the most money.

By using your current approach in Mount Airy I am certain you are going to disqualify opportunities that shouldn't and move properties to the top of the list that aren't deserving.