I'm new here I have been in outside medical sales for 15+ years but always had an interest in making money in real estate but have no idea how to get started? 

With in 5-7 years I would like to be able to financially stable, that is to say that at this point I can cover all living expenses as well as be able to be able to purchase a car, or new appliances, or cover medical bills, all without having to worry about if I'll enough money to eat that week. 

I am 59 years old now and I found BP about a year ago while medically recovering.My father has been in real estate buys and sells for about 45 years and he has taught me a little bit.  

I currently work in the medical field, but I want to start investing by years end.

I also went to college, not that it is mandatory, and I got a business degree that emphasized real estate while recovering from a medical priblem.  

I am a New York resident working in the medical field with a vision of one day being able to provide my family with more then I ever could being a real estate investor than an employee.

After the transition I took the job of renovating the old site to make a new medical office.

@Nycole Burts, what neighborhood or nearest cross streets?

I am on BP just about everyday while I recover medically.  

So what's the best way to handle this...do you bring a bunch of Cashier's Checks made out to different amounts or once your bid is accepted do you go to the nearest  bank for a check in the specific amount?