Typically, you’ll need a promissory note (outlining the loan terms, interest rate, repayment schedule, etc.) and either a deed of trust or mortgage to secure your interest in the property.

They will provide detailed pro forma's on properties, do analysis on your behalf, have trusted vendors, and put deals in front of you.A crappy RE agent will put you on a drip campaign and tell you to get a hold of them when you see something you like.  

You can read about it here.This seems to be just another up-front money scam except one level up and for slightly bigger dollars.

Here are two of my clients, this is what you need to be doing and many do it at a much higher level than these. https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/1014578316554072541?

Starting slow is a smart approach, and you can consider house hacking or investing in REITs (Real Estate Investment Trusts) to get your feet wet with less capital upfront.

I've gained a lot of knowledge and support from the community of investors with various levels of experience.I wish you all the best on your journey !

Prices are getting close to California levels and it might be difficult to find tenants with all the competition out there.

You have to trust the process!

Mold inspector said there was nothing in the house beyond tolerable levels.

I'm looking to form a revocable trust to have all my assets in it, I understand that it does not protect me as an irrevocable trust would.