Echoing the others comments on VA Loan/Triplex or Fourplex route.Here's a simple roadmap for you:- Pick a market- Find a investor friendly real estate agent here for that market- Find a good property manager for that area from these forums (will be gold when you eventually move out of there)- When doing an home inspection, don't skimp - pay extra for the sewer line video scope (that repair is the most expensive nightmare that too many people skimp on), do a mold check, etc.Now with this stuff in mind, you don't need to ask "where do I start?"

I skimp on the stove and splurge on the fridge and dishwasher.

But still, do not skimp on background checks, employment verifications, rental history, etc.8.

And this eviction will stick to your personal record for 7-10 years of your life, and it will make it almost impossible for them to rent anywhere.Every single tenant that I have explained this too has never even attempted to skimp on rent.

Don't skimp on insulation between top and bottom.

Don't skimp on the inspection.

So it's really up to you but don't skimp on the education phase and don't skimp on property DD. 

Not prepping properly before painting can create a very bad situation so don't skimp on that part.

Don't skimp or skip on the contractor parts of these books - they are vital to your project being successful!

Never skimp on DD!