Your ability to execute on a clear strategy is what will determine your success.

This way apples get compared to apples, and customers know what they are on the hook for.

Hey Dominic - It really depends on your goals/strategy/current position...Are you looking for something turnkey or distressed? 

@Yolanda Columbus Appreciate the insight and strategy here!

This is of course assuming that I can trust my brother at his word... which I 100% do, that the house will become mine, even though he will still be on the deed and the mortgage.What are the pros/cons of either strategy?

To get started, get familiar with things like BiggerPockets or learn particular strategies like duplex investment and house hacking.

Wholesaling is a crazy saturated and difficult strategy.

Look for lenders with competitive interest rates, favorable terms, and a good reputation for customer service.

Lessening the house hack strategy and rent to buy agreements.

If you have another exit strategy that you'd be happy enough with - holding on to it for a number of years instead of getting your funds back on your projected exit timeline - then that provides some risk reduction.