Suggest you explore the "Forum" menu item in the top left.

Just giving you some different angles to explore.

I am eager to get involved in real estate early and I have been exploring options for financing this property.

I would explore how these units were converted and make sure everything is in order with proper HOA paperwork, etc.

On the down the road, we may explore the possibility of becoming involved in commercial real estate.I did purchase a duplex in 2008.

Thanks for your serviceCheck out the free Ultimate Beginner's Guide to Real Estate Investing at http://www.biggerpockets.com/ubgLocate and attend 3 different local REIA club meetings great place to gather info, resources and meet like minded people.Jeremy consider exploring the need for military housing.

Thanks both of you for input. my choice was not hardwoods for the rental, but regular laminate though as thick as i can get. this bamboo really wasn't planning for kitchen just exploring as easier than tile to lay. the bamboo has a50 year wear warranty, 25 year structural, can be refinished several times in lifetime, is comparable in price to a good laminate from an outlet. supposedly twice as hard as oak. has a13 layer finish that is more water repel ant than wood floors.The humidity issues they warn you about are the scariest to me and I am ignorant.

Hey Bigger Pockets community. I'm Mark Allmond currently in Nashville, TN, but looking to relocate to the Jacksonville, FL area (particularly Jax Beach). So if you're in the Jacksonville area PLEASE hook me up wit...

I just learned about this site and I'm excited to explore and learn more from people already involved in this business.

Not knowing how to go about it.Your advice seems to make sense, just think we are left with no money and try to work our way up and see how the Real Estate Investments would become the reality.Let us keep exploring options until we strike the chord.