My potential client has shown me proof of funds.

William,I would be interested in the Gulf Blvd property (not for myself, but for clients).

Being a commissioned sales person myself, I understand there is a certain amount of time that you must invest in someone to build the relationship before you can really claim them as a client and claim ownership of that person amongst my peers at my store.

Make Sure to go to a hard money lender and get pre-approved for transactional funding, this will make you a legitimate investor, they will collect a fee of the deal, the hard money lenders will help you move the deal if you put one on contract and you will have their full support (They want to Lend on those properties as bad as you want to make an assignment fee). 

This is a huge step in my life, so I think I'm just fishing for support here. hahaAny other advice is greatly appreciated!

We have a 4-plex under full rehab right now, and only select neighborhoods can support this.

You guys are starting a life together, so her feedback and support is important.If she is on board, leverage your $26K, you should be able to use that as down payment for 2 or 3 houses, and you're on well on your way to building your assets.

RPI in Troy is a respected university with serious engineering students who won't trash your apartments, according to one of my clients who also owns buildings in Troy.  

I am licensed real estate professional who is seasoned residential and commercial agent who enjoy working with a variety of clients in real estate deals.

Think great concept for older people want to stay in area but need a more supportive community around them