This leads to widespread job losses and closures of schools, shops, and businesses.

Yeah, to the OP:There's one personal trait that could help really in many business and that's being RESOURCEFUL. when you are RESOURCEFUL you do not need any school or training becaue you would develop from your own business and life experience.Individual that has RESOURCEFUL trait can do lot of things , while not knowing the answer and you dont have to know how to things but you know WHO can do things.a SCHOOL OR CLASS would not teach you that.

Property SelectionFocus on Neighborhoods: When searching for properties, prioritize neighborhoods with good schools, amenities, and access to public transportation.

It's all over the forums; so, it must work or it is just a waste of time for the poster and readers.I think this type of marketing does work, sort of like the old school telemarketers.

I do not personally have a bad experience yet, but my real estate mentor has been in legal battle for about two years trying to dissolve partnerships with his closest friends from back in elementary school.

I am new, like pre-school new, to real estate investing and am confused about where to even start. 

It won’t make you rich overnight, but it will give you a full understanding of the process, so you can take what you’re missing and implement it in your business.The best way to steer your business is by seeing the bigger picture.There are tons of reputable programs out there, such as the following:(I’m not affiliated with any of these—just sharing for your convenience).Sean Terry's program- Flip2FreedomWholesaling INC - Various mentorsJerry Norton - Flip Mastery And like I said, many many many others...invest in understanding the bigger picture and it can connect you to succeeding on your own termsOMG, please do NOT sign up for a program from these people.They don't have a CLUE.Let me school you on something.You do not need a course on wholesaling.

Gilbert, for instance, is known for its excellent schools, high quality of life, and strong local economy.

Your listing needs to talk up the excellent schools more.

@Alex Lickenbrock If your young family needs schools and you don't want to pay for private, you may want to consider the suburbs (and there is a range of school/suburb quality as well).