This my friends on BP is just the reality of Real Estate you have two basic methods One mom and pop keep their day jobs and start buying long term hold rentals as they can afford them and if they like it they keep at it..Two you jump in the game and try to make money transactionally IE RE Broker  Flipper Wholesaler MLO  leasing agent etc etc.. this also is a long term ramp.. what the Guru programs attract generally speaking is those that get excited think they can somehow buy a program ( any program pick one) and its going to jump start them to this mythical financial freedom everyone talks about..

The collateral is so so and some have preferences such as certain asset classes they will invest in, but generally speaking, you can obtain an equity deal with very little skin in the game. 

What's the one investment strategy you wish you'd known when you first started in real estate, and how has it shaped your journey?

Cash flow is a sucker's game.

Remember, successful asset management is the difference-maker in real estate investing.Two properties could look identical, but how they are managed is the real game-changer

It’s been a game changer.

Real estate is a long-term game, and your patience will pay off.Since you’re a dentist, you may have a busy schedule, so consider working with a good property manager.

My end game is to show you a path to financial independence, whether that be at 45 yrs old or 70 yr old.  

Collections are where the game is won or lost, and without proactive management, even the prettiest property can bleed money. 

Don't pay for a coach that has numerous warning web articles from cities.