After that, I'd refinance and either rent it out or sell/1031 to get into my next property after that that will hopefully cashflow, or I'd rinse and repeat since I have one small rehab under my belt at that point. 

If you can get at least one property under your belt (maybe a house hack?)

Starting out, I would start with 2-4 units to get some experience under your belt.

Ok I just assumed it was changing for the better with the belt line and the new building across the street but yeah that makes sense.

Once you have a handful under your belt, you can start stepping out on your own.

I read several post that some people recommend having a CPA before out while other say you can wait until you have a few properties under your belt?

You are paying less overall than you would if you rented in the same area without buyingGenerally speaking, I think getting started and getting some experience under your belt is the most important thing you can do.

We are curious if it is best to flip a house first to get some more money under our belts, to then go ahead and buy rental properties.  

I’m in the process of stocking my tool belt with all the knowledge needed to take full advantage of my assets. 

Any deals under your belt yet?