Even with the fluctuations of oil and gas we still see steady growth.

Or is my slow and steady approach a good one, and I should just keep at it.Weak points: I don't have a reliable team of contractors yet.

It's going to take a lot of upfront capital to replace a steady documented income...

Not only will you learn how to run comps, but if you are doing marketing to potential sellers you can not only help sellers who are distressed (wholesaling), but people with nice properties to sell where you can earn a safe, steady commission.

Looking for realtors who can help a out of state investor find the right property(s).My goal is to buy few properties in a rental stable area for a long term buy and hold C and B areas preferred as my goal is a good location and stable rentals in a working class neighborhood.My requirements are mainly to find a BRRR model or a below/off market property and rent it for a steady form of cash flows in the range of $30k-50k(BRRR) or $50-70K (minimum fixes) with a instant equity and cashflow.Looking forward to hear from you.Thanks in advance.Anudeep

Is it to ensure that I have a steady basic income to finance the real estate investments?

My best advice for your first property is to find a steady 9-5, build capital, be frugal, and study what aspects of real estate you wish to get involved in.

In his case, he was single, had no kids, had a great income and a steady job and his mortgage was $178 a month.

I think we may go month to month with her instead of signing a new lease just in case we do have to restrict the temperature.  

@Colin EasterbrookThe pros include the following:A way to diversify outside of the stock market.Real estate is a physical asset so it generally won't disappear like a stock.All rental income flows back to the IRA so it could be a steady way to grow your retirement account.