I plan to create a diverse portfolio by some point in my life but feel that the best investment so far to start in is real estate.

Approximately 87% of Clark County (where the Las Vegas metro area is in) is under federal control.

THey are my last hope to get back what money I put in. I

That doesn't bother me because it wasn't there when the tenant moved in.  I

All rental properties are professionally cleaned prior to leasing and/or new tenant move-in.- I also check drains, air filters, light bulbs, Smoke/CO Detectors, and any other incorrectly functioning items.

Quote from @Chris Seveney: @Jay HinrichsWhen I looked into it - I viewed it more as those who teach infinite banking etc (note that is not what tardus does - they teach what they call income snowball)Similar to infinite banking - it’s a strategy and you pay to learn the strategy - but whatever you invest in is up to you.

Perhaps setting up a private FB group and inviting those in.  I

... but knowledge of the market and more importantly the market you are interested in ... is something they can't provide. 

Going to meetups and conferences in a market you live in or are interested in investing in is always a great way to get a good sense of what it is like investing there and seeing how your property could potentially perform.

My average all-in is around 80K....