I prefer individualized service myself.  

Without this foundation any money spent on gurus, courses, books mentorships that teach techniques and methods is WASTED, even if the methodology being taught is valid.  

I did the same thing several years ago and I have never looked back since then. 400 houses later, I am now teaching others how to do it.

@Richard Anderson: You've piqued my interest.Do you happen to know if there are guidelines in the banking industry as to how to handle the Due on Sale Clause when a seller sells on Executory contract to another individual?

I was wondering if any one can teach me how to get started I have read books and been trying to start the analysis process but keep getting stuck not knowing what to do.

Whatever you buy you likely won’t keep it down the line as you better define your investment strategy, so my advice is to pick an asset that’s going to teach you the most in the quickest amount of time.

There's a lot of people right now that don't qualify as you have pointed out so we will cut deals for longer lease terms for those individuals that do qualify. 

Choose non-judicial foreclose states with pro-business laws like Texas and Georgia.I have several high worth individuals who fund rental RE in GA earning 7-8% APY on 5 to 10 year terms.

@Mindy Jensen Maybe it's all just individual preference?

Overland Park, KS vs Kansas City, MO) Very landlord friendly, worst case eviction is usually 8 weeks + $500 + lost rent (cannot comment on individual cases and this is not legal advice) Large diverse metro area - variety of jobs, companies, people can have a career in KC.