Asking questions like this up front, can save you from unwanted surprises down the journey...Cheers!

I'm almost a year into my REI journey and I currently have two sf houses.

All the best on your RE journey! 

I was planning on moving about right now anyway, and I'll wait if I have to for these pups' sake if I have to, because finding any kind of rental with a total of 9 dogs is,um.... that's a lot of dogs lolSoooo my question is, I wonder if any of you kind-hearted, dog-loving, bigger pockets, investor folks have any short terms rentals available for me and my pups so, we can come out there sooner and get started on our investment journey, instead of waiting until the dead of winter to move after they've been adopted out.

@Nycholas BurnsYes, owning your primary residence is a great way to start your real estate journey; I would suggest house hacking a 2-4 unit property with a FHA loan.

Hope this helps you in your REI journey. 

Gonna give it a shot: So i literally just started my real estate journey.

A little bit about me:- Just finished reading "Retire Early with Real Estate"- Currently reading "The House Hacking Strategy" by Craig Curelop- Passionate about and pursuing financial independence through index-fund investing but on a journey to accelerate it through real estate investing- Born and raised in Montgomery County, Maryland but currently living in Fairfax/Northern VirginiaCurrent housing situation:- Rent-hacking an apartment unit my gf and friend- Looking to purchase my first property in the DMV area before/around next April, rent extra rooms to help offset or pay the mortgage, build up capital for the next house-hack, and repeat the process for the next couple of yearsHoping to connect with and learn more from you all/BiggerPockets in general as I get started on my journey!

My wife and I are beginning this journey and looking to network with like minded people.  

As @Justin Windham we have plenty of information here to help you on your journey.