This is where expert mortgage brokers come in, acting as your guide through the maze of real estate financing.

@Jack PasmoreGIGO garbage in garbage out. 

There are many choices out there so take some time and check out other systems to see what works for you.

Price : $100,000,  4126 Laverne St, Oklahoma City, OK 73135, seems like good condition throughout.  3Bed/1Bath750sqftSchools are mostly 2/10Average rent for the zipcode is $950What do you guys think about this deal?

I personally have no connections with anyone who is involved in this niche and I'm wondering how other people have started their journey.

I wanted to take a moment to thank those of you who have already reached out or engaged with me since I joined this group.

Once you have this part down, decide what your target returns are.

Here is a newly created resource on BiggerPockets, which touches out cost segregation, accelerated depreciation, bonus depreciation, depreciation recapture, Real Estate Professional Status (REPS), STR Loophole / STR Strategy, example properties, and more. 

If the land is in a suitable location, this could open up opportunities for developing 2 homes or even selling off one of the lots, which could lead to a good profit.

@Daniel Vo, sent you a message but I am proof that you can start in your late 30's and figure this all out while still serving and setting yourself up to grow even more when you retire from the military.