I can't speak to costs in Houston vs Ohio, but I am in an economically depressed rust-belt region, so I would think Houston prices would be higher.

I understand the rust belt offers inexpensive properties and that is one of the reasons I feel pushed to make my first purchase in this area.

There has been a couple times where I almost made an entry into the forums but I figured I would wait till I get a little more experience under my belt.

If not, I recommend staying away from investors for a bit and getting a few "Retail" buyer and listing deals under your belt first.  

You can move at a slow or steady pace if you wish, but at least you'll get some management & rehab experience under your belt.

I'm on the early end of my real estate endeavors with a few personal bios specs and a flip or two under my belt.

I just cant seem how to get my first step taken, I am such a quick and fast learner and any second once I get my first deal done I can take off from there but thats the problem, I was wondering if you guys have any advice for me or have any opportunities for me as I heard sometimes doing a deal with someone can most definitely help you out and get a transaction under your belt to see how its done, I just need one opportunity to prove I actually can do all this at this age.

We're planning on buying single family to renovate more down the road but for now want a multifamily to get some cash flow going and get the 2 year experience as a landlord under our belt.  

Hello BP,I am looking for some advice from other successful Investors, we have a number of properties now under our Belt, all owned Free and clear. 

Hello BPI was with my aunt earlier and she told me about a lady that lives in a mini mansion in a nice part of town...My aunt told me she was behind on her taxes (3 years)...I'm a newbie and have no RE transactions under my belt...To be honest I'm not sure to try and wholesale it or lease option it and I don't personally have any/enough money to pay of the taxes...What should I do all feedback welcomed