Feel free to reach out - would be happy to pass along a free invite, or pass along any other resources you may need! 

hey @Greg Garza - plenty of low cost options out there. 

I own over 150 units in the Pittsburgh market and work as an agent here as well so I've seen plenty of investors succeed and plenty of others fail.

There is plenty of end user demand, but not enough housing supply or enough equity capital.

Dallas-Fort Worth is a smart choice, man the growth there is off the charts, and there’s plenty of room for first-timers with the drive to go all-in.I remember helping a buddy of mine who was in a similar boat to you, he was switching from a totally different career and diving into real estate.

I’m continuing to put out plenty of offers on various properties and exploring different approaches to see what gains traction.For this one, I’m considering proposing a rent-to-own/deal finance contract with strict contingencies—something like requiring monthly photo proof of bank loan payment, with the understanding that failure to comply would result in a loss of equity of the seller.

Plenty of free resources and advice out there to help you.  

Lenders don't like borrowers without reserves.Is it risky if the property cashflows well at 100% financing, in an appreciating area, and you have plenty of cash in the bank to cover any problems? 

Plenty of Wholesalers looking to connect with buyers.

1031 exchanges have been interesting to me, although, outside of a DST, they still require active management.I received an invitation from a well regarded real estate developer to 1031 exchange into an acquisition they are doing.