Since you've already started learning through books and podcasts, your next step should be narrowing down your investment strategy—whether it's house hacking, multifamily, or BRRRR.

My point is, you are on the right track with your thinking, so now to the "HOW" to actually get in, if like me, you don't have an in or connection.First step is likely to get licensed, if you aren't already there are some other ways to get in the door and be helpful but licensed means they can pay you cuts of the deal and its less upfront cost and risk to them in helping you out.  

I made the submission then about 2 days later.. get a e mail Hey we love it your approved subject to a few due diligence items next step is to send of 10k .. well this was a multi million dollar deal ..

First step - Set a 60 or 90 day goal to own your first property and get it done. 

Building the right team is a great first step—wishing you both success in finding your first property in Baltimore.Welcome aboard and best of luck investing!

@Brandon TylerThat’s an exciting step—getting your real estate license will open up so many opportunities to learn and grow!

I’ve often found that a property’s best path forward isn’t always the most obvious.. sometimes letting go unlocks capital for the next wave of growth, sometimes holding tight after refinancing keeps that reliable monthly boost (from what I’ve heard).I had a friend who snagged a multi-family in a similar price range about a decade ago.. at the time, it felt like a giant step.

I have a pretty large capital ready to step into this game,I am in big conflicts either choosing Ohio(Cincinnati/Dayton) or Texas(Houston) for BRRRR method, I read a lot about Ohio, only positive stuff.

Once you have some baseline knowledge, the next step is to take action - that's the only way to build experience.

Plus, they can give you the lowdown on the whole process and help you every step of the way.You've got this!