I was in a very similar situation about 10 years ago, I wound up choosing to get my license and become an agent.

I would choose a 2nd or 3rd tier city or suburb just outside a 1st tier city (but not the boonies), which has some of the same desirable features as a 1st tier city but isn't yet teaming with investors.

How did you choose Tampa? 

What are the pros and cons of choosing one over the other ?

I personally favor equity, because I can be approved for a line of credit at any time, and simply not tap it for an extended period of time, and have it readily available to me should I choose to use it.

By choosing to enter the country illegally, they have already set themselves outside the law.With that said, most of the Hispanic immigrants I've encountered - legal and illegal - have a distrust of the banks, officials, etc.  

I am here to learn everything that there is to learn about real estate  roi and common sense logic when choosing an investment.

If you are new to investing, why are you choosing probate as your niche? 

There are plenty to choose from.

Perhaps look to invest with others in a JV first and learn the ropes, so to speak.Creating wealth is not just about choosing which property, or properties to buy.