I'm sure this has been touched upon before, but after searching I just couldn't find the dynamics I was looking for.What I'm working with:15k in capital to work with (Hoping to utilize only 5-10k as a down payment)A mentor with 30 years experience in REI in the local market (family friend)An investment partner (for certain flips, primarily those that will be for investing in rentals)A real-estate agent (investment partner listed above)A part time job that will cover my basic operating costs such as gas, food, etc.

Her bill will suck out any dynamism Chicago has and make it much less vibrant than it could be.

Tenant mixes are dynamic in Atlanta so if you want to rent out, Chamblee may be better. 

I know the city well, understanding the dynamics of specific neighborhoods, but what chance would there be of making this my primary source of income within 18-24 months of passing the exams and finding a brokerage to take me in?

Wickliffe is OK, and Lake County is probably one of the most dynamic and growing counties in the state.

Getting a loan for construction is intricate (not so much about the actual know how) but also assessing holding costs, permits, zoning, ARV, ROI, etc etc etc Now, don’t let me stop you… some of you are fast learners! 

Petersburg and Tampa...others should chime in about Miami and Orlando and their MF Market dynamics.

Ideally you're considering larger market dynamics in where you pick a property so you can get both aspects of the investment.

Real estate transactions or loans are quite dynamic in process and protocols and of course the human element.

She might be able to at minimum provide helpful counsel given current market dynamics.