Some try to project the internal rate of return by adding the annual cashflows to the projected capital gain when sold, then computing the discount rate needed to have a Net Present Value of zero over the holding period for the property.  

As a recent college graduate I've just started my career and feel like I'm in a place where I can act on my real estate aspirations.

There are TONS of opportunities for young, motivated individuals (esp if you head to college, my professor network was a giant catalyst).  

In the end we're hoping to have a 4bd, 2ba with a small yard and parking for 4 cars in a very desirable area near a college and public transportation.  

Hi,My partner and I are both in our second year of college.

But having worked for a construction company in college I like the idea of a complete clean slate.  

What course of action do you suggest for a college student with little to no capital do in order to get started in real estate investing.

I currently am unemployed, my age is 18 and in college completing classes that will further my chances into becoming a successful individual in the real estate market.

I've learned more on bigger pockets by listening to the podcasts and reading blogs than I did for the majority of my college career studying real estate finance.I use professional property management on my duplex in a college town.  

We both graduated college in spring 2013 and work as accountants.