Now if you were going to sell what you say is true you could just say I don' t know if you don't test.

@Eric EspinosaWelcome to the vibrant BP community, where you will find like minded individuals committed to REI and also helping others succeed.Your time on this social media site will be well spent.You have taken the 1st step by announcing your readiness and commitment to embark on a REI career.I didn't see any mention of your particular REI area of interest, but, whether you pursue, wholesale, rehab & fIip or buy and hold it's up to you to decide.I added three links below from the most popular niches for you to pick one, focus on it and expand to the others if needed later.https://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2015/01/31/ultimate-beginners-guide-real-estate-wholesaling-2/ (Ultimate beginners guide to wholesaling)http://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2014/01/07/flipping-houses/ (step by step guide to flips)http://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2013/02/22/buying-rental-property/ (how to buy a rental property)Also, in reading your introduction my take is that you should stop thinking of the past in terms of could have, would have and should have.

Before jumping in you really need to decide your area of investing. how much do you want to put in ... time, energy, mental fortitude (the 3 "t's"  tenants, toilets and turnover). a REIA club will help you with that. freebie seminars will help you as well.... if you learn one thing that will help you avoid mistakes, money left of table, it's worth it.

Any item can be wholesaled from a house to a T-shirt.

@Michael T., thank you for reaching out, I have replied to your message.

Thank you @Linval T. for all of the great links and BP site links and Book recommendations.  

And most importantly is your significant other now, wiling to make the same long term commitment to this lifestyle and investment strategy and realize you must purchase homes based on this strategy and most emotion must be removed.

In addition they well probably get you a better deal on the house by identifying more issues and doing an excellent job in conveying t hem to the seller. 

thanks @Linval T. and @Jeff S. for the advice and resources, this is very helpful! 

Do what @Linval T. suggests and you'll be in great shape.I'm an agent/investor in the Orlando, so reach out anytime.I wish you all the best Kenneth!