I've been a software developer for 17 years specializing in Microsoft technologies and have my BS degree in Information Systems.  15 years ago I started learning about RE investing from a co worker that was embarking on this journey, and I read books like Rich Dad Poor Dad, Cashflow Quandrant, Total Money Makeover, How to Win Friends and Influence People, and other various "motivational/self-help books".  

Huge fan of investing near mass transit, especially rail stations as they are influenced by traffic. 

Prices will reflect that, but buying dirt cheap means selling dirt cheap in a small town that isn't "related" to a larger market.Study real estate basics, location, market influences, inventory turn over, economic factors that effect value.

Experience and knowledge boost confidence, and interacting with others from a position of confidence will overcome many perceptions.I wouldn't hide from your age.  

If you  believe there is a range I'd love to hear your thoughts on what dictates or influences Cap Rates the most right now.  

Risk influences rates as well as lender's target returns. 

The difference isn't gender related, but rather it's confidence influenced.

Most people just don't get it and when faced with their smaller minded mentality of how to make the next quick buck, they will sell their grandmothers short if it boosted their next bonus.

I'm passionate about helping people achieve financial freedom and believe that building wealth is a great way to achieve freedom and control from outside influences on your life and ambitions. 

Depending on what types of credits/deductions the investor is chasing, tax breaks allowing him to boost his overall financial position could be his priority over actual return on this one property.