Here are a few recommendations for you:Read Beginner’s Guide http://www.biggerpockets.com/real-estate-investing and check out BP Podcast.If you wish to tag someone in the conversation on the forum, type @ followed by their name and then select that person below.

I remember the war on poverty, failed.

One more great reason to have a great accountant guiding you like these folks posting above!!

It's called "Investing in Real Estate Private Equity: An Insider’s Guide to Real Estate Partnerships, Funds, Joint Ventures & Crowdfunding".

At this point I have read the How to Invest in Real Estate - Ultimate Beginner's Guide to Getting Started and I am currently reading Buy, Rehab, Rent, Refinance, Repeat as well as learning what I can from the BiggerPockets website.   

I’d love to share some insights that might help guide you as you build your business and investment strategy.Step 1: Focus on Building RelationshipsSince you’re new to the game, leverage your wife’s new license and start networking with local investors and realtors.

Hey @Johanna Abanes - I would start by getting in touch with local rehab clinics/hostels and let them know what you're thinking, they will be able to better guide you than anyone on this platform (most likely) 

Over 20% of the city is below the poverty line.

Start by reading the Ultimate Real Estate Investing Guide: https://www.biggerpockets.com/guides/ultimate-real-estate-investing-guide/introduction2.

He is an expert in that area and can help guide you if you are interested.