Welcome @Whitney Zelee..One of the first things i did when i started investing 2 years ago was getting the real estate license and that definitely helped me, especially with learning the market.Don't forget to join a local REIA.I personally like the Black Diamond networking event in Waltham. 

I don't hold little residential properties in LLCs, but I would definitely and do have different entities for different business purposes.  

I definitely recommend reading the REI beginner guide under the BP education tab for starters.

I took out a $25k mortgage and sold 2 cars to get started.  7 figures of business later its definitely paid off.Regardless of who it has and has not worked for, this is a very personal decision with no wrong answer.Is your desire to create a life you want greater than your fear of losing that money and more? 

We know nothing, we haven't even bought a home of our own yet so we are definitely babies to the Real Estate World.

In my opinion, Ohio has the best returns and is definitely advantageous for newbies looking to get their foot in the door.

@Samantha KleinIf you're looking to expand your portfolio, I would definitely use your equity to do so.  

I have done sales and you're right, posturing is definitely important! 

What is your definition of good?

Definitely not as many as before but cash flow is still really hard to find.