Here are the key questions to think through before you get it going:1) what do you want to buy2) how much can we afford3) how will you pay for it 3) what are you going to do with it afterHere is how we tackled this challenge:1) Find a reputable and responsive agent to work with: we worked with @Sharon Tzib2) Get pre-qualified with a good and local lender that work with investors: we usedd Rochelle Frazeur from New American. 3) Use some good MLS criteria to set up lists with your agent3) Find out how to identify a good deal: We got our hands on some good cash flow analysis calculators (thanks to @Sharon Tzib) and we used the calculators on BP as well4) Make neighborhood visits to those areas of your interest5) Find other venues to meet up with other investors or go to workshops and meet up's: We've attended BP meet up in Houston, events with Jet Lending, meeting with Wholesalers, and we've met one-on-one with other investors6) Look for non-MLS sources to find properties for sale: wholesalers, and local listing through Rich club or word of the mouth7) Talk to the property manager if you are planning on using on.

What has been your challenge in getting into real estate in the area?

There are no exceptions for a certain arbitrary number of employees or net worth, nor is there a “small business” exclusion or exception for businesses with fewer than five employees, or for businesses that satisfy some other arbitrary size, net worth or similar criteria.

Has anyone ever challenged this system or have an attorney you can refer me to help with something specific like this?  

The South Florida market in general  (and Miami where I am from) can be quite challenging to find the very good deals.

You should also consider having enough to satisfy all of your mortgages, debt obligations, and future college expenses for your children.Keep in mind that insurance companies sell term insurance because they are pretty confident you will outlive the term.

BP world,I am looking to get financing for several upcoming deals, however finding honest and fair private financing can be a bit of a challenge and convoluted.  

Not only will you gain valuable experience, but you'll also save some money. apparently he lives in Cleveland and the property is in Detroit, would that pose a challenge in self-managing a property?

I knew I had to approach life differently to live and love every second of it.I started this blog in 2008 when I was 22 years old as I wanted to keep a journal of my new life and its challenges.

There are also area of the country that title transfer can be challenging.