Why real-estate:Like Robert Kiyosaki says in Rich Dad, Poor Dad, owning a house is a sentimental choice for many, while real estate investors stress the importance of securing assets, not liabilities.

Hey Jonathan,I'm a local wholesaler here in Houston as well.Patten Title Company & Patriot Title are popular choices since they deal with a lot of investment deals.Best of luck!

I’m not saying out of state is a bad choice, but perhaps for your first deal, get something you can drive to right away, get used to managing a property and tenants.As far as investing in LA, I would say, go with a multi unit first choice.

Finding a duplex will be more challenging, especially here in Colorado, they are just too popular and pricey.

Contrary to popular belief I am Asian (filipino to be exact).

Contrary to popular belief I am Asian (filipino to be exact).

This is where the REI has choices of "how", "where" and "when". 

I know the Windwood community (right next to FAU) is a popular rental community and caters to many different people (students, families, professionals).

The Property: This house is a 6/3 in Lakewood, CO near the popular Belmar shopping center.

Townhouses are extremely popular and always rent immediately.Your average buyer for this type of home will be probably a young family or young professional couple.There will probably always be a lot of demand for this type of property.The issue of selling the contract and taking the appreciation is the tax implications.