I just signed a contract with a broker to hang my license last week.

Hey Ashley, I went through a similar experience last year.  

I've been researching, these last three days, but there is so much information and diverse opinions I feel lost.  

Currently has 4 SFR all paid off and long term tenants in place.           

I have been contacted by a company wanting to lease my single family furnished rental on a long term lease for men recovering from addiction.

My plan is to spend the next year saving up for a down payment and educating myself.My question is this (thanks for staying with me this long!)

Since you're new to this, building a reliable team of professionals, an experienced agent, a lender, and a property manager→ will be crucial for long-term success.If you need assistance with financing or further guidance on scaling your portfolio, feel free to reach out.

You’ve got to attract investors who believe in your mission, understand the risks, and are down for the long haul.

I've spent the last couple months reading tons about REI (including Brandon Turner's books) and have found it all fascinating.

Key lessons learned: use a cost-per-square-foot estimate from previous projects rather than relying solely on GC quotes, as they often underbid but end up costing more in the long run.The property is under a 2-year lease at $1,750/month.