These neighbourhoods are almost exclusively houses that are used as student rentals. (5 or 6 bedrooms).

Looking to network within the Real Estate Industry.

In the interest of giving you a concrete answer, however, I'd say you need at least $15,000 USD MINIMUM to get started in this industry if you expect to make more than minimum wage, unless you have great connections who you can convince to take huge risks.

We are sure to find something locally appropriate on biggerpockets.Growing up around the real estate industry, I have seen how RE investing leads to wealth.

I work in the Oil & Gas industry as a purchasing agent.

I closed one today.. in Charleston but that is rare for me.. too much throwing stuff up on the wall and see what sticks from those folks. granted they can bring some deals.. but anyone contacting me wanting to put me on their buyer list I really don't respond to.What ever happening to apprenticing in the industry to build up capital and experience I guess the internet has given this illusion.now granted in some markets were you can trade houses like your trading cars it can be done.but in the higher priced markets pretty darn tough without some expeirnce and some jingle in your designer jeans.

I really want to start investing in properties but first i would like to build my knowledge on the industry.

Always happy to see industry pros join the site.

I have been a commercial real estate agent since 1999 in Newport Beach, CA and have handled over 1,000 transactions from selling a college campus to leasing small industrial units.  

If they do those exclusions you get to keep the option fee and you are off to the races with the next buyer.