@Daniel GrantzRecommend you first figure out the property Class you want to invest in, THEN figure out the corresponding location to invest in.Property Class will typically dictate the Class of tenant you get, which greatly IMPACTS rental income stability and property maintenance/damage by tenants.If you apply Class A assumptions to a Class B or C purchase, your expectations won’t be met and it may be a financial disaster.If you buy/renovate a property in Class D area to Class A standards, what quality of tenant will you get?

With the future being so uncertain I realized there was a need to do more than just rely on my job for financial security. 

You'll get lots of these, some with very enticing financial offers.

My goal for 2025 is to close a minimum of 1–2 deals per month as I work toward creating financial freedom for my family.

A couple of things I like to tell my newbies-Owning a short-term rental property can offer significant financial benefits.

Can you believe how much time and information Tax, 1031 exchange, accounting, and financial experts give away here?

I've had so much emotional and financial stress from this house after I moved out (mostly from a mean and very demanding tenant).

What financial targets do you have?  

They also ask people to look into their financials and assets at the sales event.

@Joseph BinkowskiDon’t forget that you can now be qualified as an accredited investor by passing the series 65 exam without any income or net worth requirements.It will cost you around $200 to $300 and will be valid for 2 years (unless you can park your license with a financial advisor firm, then it will last as long as you maintain it).It is not a difficult exam and you should be able to pass it with around 40 hours of self study with a good prep book or website.