Mainly they are about time, experience, capital, followed by passion/purpose, risk/responsibility and possibly location.

I feel as you become more knowledgeable and passionate about RE, people are more interested and willing to invest with you as well.

I'm very passionate about house hacking, and I think it is the best strategy for any investor just starting out from college since you have the flexibility.

I have 24 years in the tech industry as a leader and developing a platform combining my passions in real estate investing with product design and engineering.

Working as a new Real Estate Agent with a passions for investing the pot hole in my road forward was made apparent shortly after joining.

. #2 If you find that STR's are your passion, I recommend really studying up on CA laws and regulations on these.

I can understand being nervous about meeting new people  - especially in a field that you are new too - you probably have this image of a bunch of sophisticated investors sitting around discussing their latest acquisitions and and using lots of confusing language  - but in reality real estate investors are some of the most humble people I've come across and these meetup groups are usually full of enthusiastic  well intentioned people like you who are eager to meet other like minded people to share their passion with.

Personal Sacrifices: Determine the values that are most important to you and hobbies/passions that truly make you happy and keep those in your life. 

., vetting contractors, knowing what is a "deal" per your goals, knowing your area and local rental laws, knowing who to contact when x occurs, staying professional when the room becomes emotional to control the room, consistent, reliable, and respectful communication with key work partners, having the discipline and passion to show up and keep going).Once you know the trade and have experience and confidence, yes, 60k can become 180k.

We are extremely passionate about real estate and providing as much value as possible to consumers.