Like many others, I've been looking for additional avenues in which to gain financial independence so that I might have more time to spend with my growing family. 

Financial, medical etc.

If you waited around for years between inspections In a c or d class neighborhood you’d likely be in for a rude awakening when you opened the door to your place only to find it has been converted into a crack house with graffiti on the wall and a basement with two foot of standing water in it .

You need to convince the seller or his agent that you have the financial capacity to execute the transaction.  

You might consider teaming up with a mortgage broker to send a mailing to "Renters with high income and high Financial Stability Scores (FSS).

I am currently 19 years old in my second year of university studying Finance with the interest of pursuing real estate investing and financial freedom. 

Hi @Brennan Doherty In my opinion, the fastest way to grow your portfolio and reach financial freedom is to start with apartment investing from the beginning.

I typically get 3-5 years financials and have my CPA review them as well, as a reality check.

Can you send me some redacted financial statements of properties you’re managing?

What is the term you need to make it work financially.