I belong to a community who shares a lot of valuable information in Columbus and it’s helped me jump start my projects there. 

This is appealing for short-to-medium term gains, especially if you’re confident in your ability to refinance or sell in 15 years.

Bigger Pockets has been a valuable resource for me, and I know I still have so much more to learn.

Not only will this help you save on additional costs, but it will also provide you with valuable knowledge and experience for any future endeavors.

So you're just going to get a license to gain the knowledge?

In the Midwest, finishing basements or adding outdoor living spaces can be particularly valuable.

I have spent 100's of dollars on books about investing and business trying to educate myself and learn and came to this site to gain further understanding of what it takes to be an investor, the strategies, mindset, and networking.

Conduct thorough research on market trends, property values, and future development plans in the area.Networking with other real estate investors and professionals can provide valuable insights and opportunities.

.#2....Networking.This will be your most valuable leads vs almost every other lead source by a mile for most people.Almost everything else is passive and a crap shoot, no matter what others say.

So I have gained so much from just participating at a fairly low level for a few years, but the people I've met and things I've learned have proved invaluable.