We are open to exploring more out-of-state opportunities as well as opportunities in my own backyard.

Feel free to drop me a line if you know of a city that I should explore! 

I'm a young guy (just turned 21) in college and looking to explore the opportunities in Real Estate available to me.

Have you ever explored a rent to own option with you landlord?

The only other option I'm aware of and you might want to explore is the IRS Rule 72(t) which allows you to take a Series of Substantially Equal Periodic Payments before 59 1/2 (again, discuss this with the expert, I'm not a CPA and this is not a tax advise). 

@Brian Eastman Thanks for the advice, I plan on exploring the many other avenues such as Tax Liens, Notes and REI. 

Hello,I am from Overland Park Kansas and I’ve been checking out Bigger Pockets the last week or two - listen to various pod casts and exploring the site.

I am definitely open to exploring all areas of REI.Thanks again everyone!

Right now I am in the process of networking, learning the market in my area, and exploring the different options in real estate. 

Can you elaborate on what sources you are using to gather the financial data on cities you are exploring?