Have you read The Ultimate Beginner’s Guide to Real Estate Investing? 

@Joe VilleneuveAnd I agree I certainly will let the numbers guide me, but I'd like the numbers to work in an area that I can reasonably assume will appreciate over time.

Obviously listen to the podcasts, read the forums & blogs, the online guides, and the BP books are excellent as well.

@Brandon Swartwood I would recommend starting with the ULI Guide To Professional Real estate Development.

Here is the guide I used.Here you go 👍 http://reileadz.com/marketing-strategies/beginners-guide-to-generating-seller-leads-with-craigslist/

Here are some recommendations for you:Find and connect with other BP members that are in your area: http://www.biggerpockets.com/meetSet up keyword alerts to be notified of the topics that interest you: http://www.biggerpockets.com/alertsRead Beginner’s Guide: http://www.biggerpockets.com/real-estate-investingCheck out BP Podcasts: http://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/category/podcast/If you wish to tag someone in the conversation on the forum, type @ followed by their name and then select the name of that person which should appear below the comments box.

Novogradac is always a good consulting resource if looking for a contact to guide you thru application and allocation.

Please click on the links, give them a read, and share your thoughts in the comments.First is a post that I feel will help not get overwhelmed with the amount of info that is here on BP:https://www.biggerpockets.com/blogs/5868/52761-the-simple-guide-to-getting-started-on-bpThe second is a post that will help get you focused with your real estate investing goals:https://www.biggerpockets.com/blogs/5868/52743-im-new-to-bp-any-advice-would-be-appriciatedThe last one is a post that will help you choose an “investor friendly” real estate agent.

I bought the Book on Rental Properties on Kindle and on the first page is a link for a free Audiobook of The Book on Rental Property Investing, 30+ Essential Landlord Forms (Lease, Application, and More), and the Poster: The Ultimate Guide to Tenant Screening. 

Sometimes those who work from home part of the week are willing to adjust their travel for a better property a little further out.I know the areas well and would be happy to guide you in the right direction.