As you mentioned before the key to great tenants is a great screening process.  

Identifying the right property and seller is key!

If you decide to do buy and hold, remember that OPM is the key to building an empire.

@Sidney Kanell I think most people will hit on the obvious ones: know the area, PMs are key to success, etc. 

I have attended a few seminars about it and spoke with a few turn key providers.

But buying the house right and getting your numbers on rehab cost are key here.

I told him to leave keys in mailbox but Monday was the final day.

At this point, any advice on key or important first steps to take would be appreciated Start an LLC now?

Investor relations is a key aspect that I think many tend to take for granted.

Networking is a thing, there's always going to be someone somewhere that needs your skill set and you need theirs, the key is to find it.If you got time and no money, hustle and hunt out the info.