If your goals are to be financially savvy, then buying may be the best bet.

The data isn't always accurate.Best bet is to find a realtor.

I have read the ABC's of Real Estate Investing and Rich Dad Poor Dad. 

I'm looking for opportunities to help distressed homeowners solve their problems" (General Networking)If your are networking with other Investors you best bet is to have a deal, hey I got this property under contract, would you like to hear more about it?

I think this is your best bet (even if he does ask for a retainer of a few hundred dollars). 

I bet it will all work out in the end if folks know you got 'em!   

I'll bet you there are SFR's on the market in Edmonton that you could put what's left of your equity down on and have a cash flowing investment out of it.

Some investors will be attracted to a high yield but if that yield comes with a large personal liability for the underlying mortgage, an ownership share of a property in a poor area, or one that has a lot of deferred maintenance (all situations that may leave the investor vulnerable to a capital call) the yield will not be as attractive.

Poor banks....... get real!!!!

Have you read Rich Dad Poor Dad in the whole rich dad series there are many valuable books that will fast forward your real estate investing career.