As far as full disclosure up front there seems to be a lot of fear from folks as far as getting under contract on a property without knowing everything up front.

If they decide to move in fear of losing their voucher, it will be a win win situation for both of us.

I think back to when I didn't, I made more decisions that had fear as a variable... when you have the ability to ebb and flow, I think you're more likely to make sound decisions based on facts and numbers.With that all said, I personally will never mix my personal home equity w/ business and/or REI or other investing.  

My biggest fear is being able to get financing, as I had to file bankruptcy a few years ago due to a failed business (which in itself makes me gun-shy, too...).

A big part of that is due to my fear of opportunity cost and knowing how long conventional financing takes and how many hurdles it has.

I know, which is why I'm taking it upon myself to combat this "fear" I guess you could call it.I guess what I could do is try to always keep a piece of paper near me, on that paper have a ballpark idea of what I am looking to spend, and what area I would be most likely be looking into, as well as how would I go about financing (now on that part, I most likely would want to work with a broker, since there's a bit more flexibility) since I would be going from "rags to niches to (hopefully) riches."

I don't know where to start. the information is so overwhelming I FEAR that I won't get started because I don't know where to start.

I think there good and bad people in S8 and non S8.The issue is you have to deal w/ the government, which is (of course) slow.and the market rent tends to be less.I have heard that, since this is an entitlement program, that you will have drama. again, comes down to screening.I would think S8 tenants would want to do good as they fear they can lose their voucher.

you will do great as long as you take the first step, and pull the pin, the biggest mistake most wana be's make is never taking action. dont fear it, take action. be sure of your numbers, fall in love with the DEAL, and NEVER fall in love with the Property. you have plenty of potential in that area, find your farming area, and cultivate!!!

I've been interested in real estate since I was 18 but fear and perceived lack of support/knowledge/network held me back.