Getting $20,000 to invest was simply a matter of working hard at my job and living frugally - cooking my own food, living in a cheaper smaller place than my peers, and biking to work.  

Great food there.We're very active in NEO so shoot us an email if you ever need something.Good luck to you.

Read the forum here as a daily routine.

Good food for thought.

Here's some food for thought:Before you make your first investment, meet with a mortgage/financial professional.

I appreciate @Jon Holdman's comments comparing this to their other expenses (food, gas, etc).

Here's some food for thought:Before you make your first investment, meet with a mortgage/financial professional.

Here's some food for thought:Before you make your first investment, meet with a mortgage/financial professional.

Here's some food for thought:Before you make your first investment, meet with a mortgage/financial professional.

It's great to be a part of like minded individuals - Real Estate is something I love and live daily, I'm interested in sharing all of my knowledge and resources to help Add Value to what you are trying to achieve with your real estate goals.