Just a difficult landscape to navigate from my understanding.

Yes the current market is hard to navigate and I understand real estate is a get rich slow business, but I can't help but question if I am leaving anything on the table when I read stories of people scaling from low six figures to millions in a couple of years! 

In terms of actual areas, I wouldn't focus on 10 different places as that would make things way too difficult to navigate.

They can help you scale up but also deal with issues you have (like finding vendors, how to navigate tricky situations, etc).

So happy to see everyone on here has such a great understanding of what it’s like navigating your way into adulthood on a foundation of bad advice from all you parents, teachers and mentors.

You'll want to work with people who have investment properties themselves to help you navigate the process.I have interview questions I've used when building my team.

Id suggest contacting an experienced agent like @Darren Sager to help you navigate the NY market.

Remember, it's essential to consult a legal professional to navigate this situation properly and in line with local regulations.

I'm looking for guidance on finding a mentor, creating a road map to start investing in real estate, and getting a step-by-step guide on how to navigate the complex world of real estate investment.I would love to hear from experienced investors on this forum who can offer advice and tips on how to get started.

I’m just trying to navigate a few things to obtain funding at this point.....