I am wondering if my first steps (past the education part) is to build a network of people who know, like, and trust me through posting content like newsletters, articles, podcasts, doing webinars, going to events (aka build my brand), or, should I first find a deal and then raise capital?

A few public projects have cleaned this up but the area has never prospered since.

Not all data is public? 

The rules are pretty complicated and the only people who really know all the terms and rules thoroughly are the Rent Levelling Board.Caveating that I’m not an attorney so go seek your own advice but I clarified a few things at a recent rent levelling hearing (which are open to the public and you can find the schedules with a simple Google).

➡️Network and educate investors.

Starting out can be overwhelming, but it’s great that you’re getting educated early.

I HAVE BEEN TRYING TO GET INTO REALESTATE FOR A YEAR BUT LACK EDUCATION I HAVE JOINED BIGGER POCKETS TO FIND A WAY TO MAKE MY DREAMS OF REALESTATE  HAPPEN AND START MY ROAD TO FINANCIAL FREEDOM

There are thousands of websites out there that are disguised as helping the public find the best of the best but at the end of the day its simply taking your info and selling it to a 3rd party as a lead.If you are trying to buy a home or an investment property and you have good to excellent credit you should always use an FDIC Bank or Credit Union.

Yes, but you need education.

EDUCATE YOURSELF - yes, it will take time, but will lead to a selection that better meets your expectations & avoids potentially costly surprises!