Before diving in, it's crucial to grasp the basic types of real estate investments:Residential Properties: Investing in homes where people live, ranging from single-family homes to multi-unit apartments.Commercial Real Estate: Involves properties used for business purposes, such as offices, retail spaces, and warehouses.Industrial Real Estate: Includes manufacturing buildings, storage units, and distribution centers.Land: Buying undeveloped land with the prospect of future development or resale.Step-by-Step Guide to Starting in Real Estate InvestingStep 1: Education and ResearchThe foundation of successful real estate investing lies in understanding market trends, property valuation, and the economic factors influencing real estate prices.

From my observations most of these “Gurus” only have portfolios of C/D located single family homes to show for their years of work and for the life of me I don’t understand why they capture an audience.  

I am trying to understanding the history of interest rates for an LLC loan.

By understanding and leveraging these advancements, professionals in the field can enhance their operations, deliver superior value to clients and tenants, and build towards a more sustainable and efficient future in real estate. 

Spend some time to understand compounding and its implication on wealth building.

Its my understanding that the DFW area is one of the hottest markets in the country.

Sorry @Timothy Eaton I don't fully understand.

A lot of my business comes from Financial Advisors because I understand that principal and a tool in their tool belt.

.* understand current market rents for the type of tenant and construction you are considering, and at your specific location.* understand delivery timelines, TI schedules, and general construction process/permitting for you and the end users.* have identified the most likely tenants for the development in question, and understand the building criteria each have for spaces.If you haven't answered "Yes" to each of the above, I would recommend pausing until you have the above nailed down.

It calls for adaptability, strategic planning, and a deep understanding of market dynamics.