Why would there be bargains, if everything sells for full price in a very short time.Now if your financier insists on buying property, fully aware we are late in the cycle, and wants to gamble on appreciation in a highly cyclical sector then fine.A multifamily with no mortgage imho would be a much better proposition for you both as it will throw off cash and survive a change in conditions easily (without a mortgage)It wont be a bargain, but relatively safe

I work in the tech sector, for example, and (will hopefully soon) invest on the side; perhaps I can grow my income from RE investing to the point where I could exit my current job.

Yes, great sector of investment, higher returns, higher risk than MF.

While going to school, try to get a job within the real estate sector as getting paid to learn is the best way to learn. 

I have found plenty of data on FORCASTED job growth as measured by occupation, sector etc. 

Just like realestate, everything is cyclical....stock market, job sectors. 

We both work in government sectors and have been able to save up enough for a down payment on our first house.

If someone comes to me, I'll send them your way.If you need help in your search or want to verify something don't hesitate to ask.For example: I have clients worldwide and things are just as easy as I e-mail them, talking on the phone.

We're in a college town and love 1/1's.Another thing about our market is that there is no new construction in this sector because the marginal cost of a 3/1 makes more sense for builders.Therefore in our market these units are becoming a smaller and smaller percentage of the rental inventory.

We are actively engaged in providing RE investment projects for our world wide client base.