Cancel the kids' cell phones.")One action that I have not seen suggested here is not only what kept us afloat but has enabled me/us to be in the position(s) I/we are.

Becoming an expert at what you do will enable others to recognize an opportunity to invest with you.Not only that, these same people who once told me no are now talking to others who are now asking me if they can invest with me.

Taking the part time job will enable me to get that SUPER HIGH interest rate loan knocked out and start putting that $$$ toward the next rental and two new roofs this summer.

Background on me: I'm a 21 year old, high school grad, Musician/bartender.

One of the biggest takeaways that I would argue is how IKEAs drive towards efficiency enables them to attract the masses through its pricing.

Househacking is the best start, it gives you a lot of experience and most importantly, enables you to save a lot of money for your investing.

The clause was added in anticipation of the very situation the OP describes - a lessee breaks/abandons their lease and knows they cannot perform under the option - as a way to enable a failed tenant - buyer a way out.  

Jobs in industry will enable your to build money capital, help you learn about commercial loans, land, property and builders, and make contacts with the types of people some of the other folks are suggesting you study under.You won't learn much about Landlording in those 9-5s but you'll learn about that on biggerpockets....I haven't used Investor's $. 

You also need to enable "guest WiFi" where the tenant must go through a "click-through" and actively agree to your terms and conditions to obtain access.If you want to do it properly, I would look at the Ubiquity line of products.

Knowing this much enables you to eliminate property management companies with few properties in this area, ones that focus on apartments or commercial properties.