If you are Diligent,  and Disciplined you can do it, the no money down methods are quite risky and expensive, but are an outlet if others are not available to you.Words of wisdom, Very few contributors on here are experienced investors, most are new like you, but they have read all the books, and listened to all the pod casts, oh and they are experts, just ask them they will tell you.  

@Jacob SampsonThanks for the words of wisdom!

I am looking forward to getting to know everyone and all the wisdom I am sure to find here.

I've picked Philly only because the conventional wisdom is that your first investments should be close to home.  

And the wisdom that I have gained is this: Those who are wealthy can be poor within, Those who are poor can be rich within..It is the spirit of transformation that can change the course of one's destiny.

I am not sure if we have ever met but I think we have some mutual friends.Bigger Pockets is a great place to learn and share real estate wisdom.  

So I am here primarily to ask questions and learn,  but would like to eventually give back once I have gained some experience and wisdom to share!

Does anyone have any wisdom or experience on this topic?

Any words of wisdom ?

If anyone would like to network, brainstorm, divulge words of wisdom, or simply enjoy a good cup 'a' joe, hit me up!