Of course, you won't listen to this common sense because you know more than everyone else here on BP and will have to learn the hard way.So, recommend you find and attend some local investor meetings or commit to watching all the videos and reading all the material here on BP that you can.Good luck:)

Then I wait for the hairbrained ideas about seller finance and sub to because they watched YouTube once.

If you're in the real estate investment business and must watch every penny, irrespective of your time, then by all means, do what you think will keep your expenses to a minimum.If, on the other hand, you are really in the business of creating profit by way of being a good marketer and a committed dealmaker, your creative energies ought to be reserved for doing what you do best (or intend to do best)...

🏠What to watch out for?

If you are not super handy, I would suggest getting on YouTube to prepare yourself, or pass on older properties.  

I actually made a whole video about this over on my YouTube channel Tech Savvy Landlord :) 

Initially the only person with a key was the responsible manager from the company but we found youtube videos showing how to break it - can't assign blame but something was not smelling good.

Once I gave in and bought a few only to not have assistance and no clear direction so frustration took over and I was still learning but needed direction, I finally found a group of investors to help me,  guide me,  and teach me the ins and outs of the industry.If I am not working deals learning the ropes or watching videos for extra information in real estate investing you can find me at my full time career as a Auto Injury Claims Specialist with big red.

I pick an area and watch the market so that I know when is a good time to buy.

Browsing through YouTube, I came across Ashley and Tony's episode (Real Estate Rookie), in which they interviewed Bryan.