Just keep in mind it might take you awhile to get your first sale and you'll have startup costs like E&O insurance, MLS fees, board dues, etc.

I do note that some small to midsize tech startups are starting to lay off employees. 

If it weren't for the inertia of existing infrastructure, the cable companies would have abandoned it already ... you will not see any startup providers using coaxial cabling.

Very low start up costs and overhead too.

-This was another start up option for us... however, we decided to maybe get involved with later on, but definetly would not mind gathering information now and learning as much as possible.5) Finally, any advice or words of encouragement for a 23 year old with dreams of being financially free!!

Santa Monica has over 500 start up companies. 

Afterwards, I will head to the Marketplace to see if I can find a few Atlanta wholesalers with more energy and creativity than start-up capital and see if we can't work up a mutually beneficial relationship.  

I meet a great mentor and friend doing a start up weekend.

SF Bay Area is even harder, though the market is starting to signs of dropping since many startups are laying people off.It's hard to find a balance between better culture and better real estate opportunities, but better can be subjective.Based on my understanding, in some parts of this country, you can buy turn key new construction home and still meet the 1% rule when you rent out. 

Unlike other start ups that have no asstes and no inverntory, they are on a shorter leash.