I look forward to learning as much about real estate investing and strategies that will allow me to create a lifestyle of financial freedom and adventure!

Begin looking for deals via free resources, (here's a good guide to get you in the right direction: https://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2014/04/23/acquisitiondomination/).

Tour it in person, then ask to see the financials.

Another great resource of BP is networking, networking, networking...Let me know if you have any questions or want to chat sometime.

I'm not sure of your exact financial situation, but I would also add that if you have not yet mastered personal finance, you best focus on that before buying any sort of property ... this will also help you save some money.

Pretty awesome to hear that you gained confidence from BP resources.

That is the financial contingency from 22.The financial contingency spells out what lender you use and how much downpayment.

It is considered a contingent liability on your personal balance sheet when you go to fill out a PFS or personal financial statement.  

My wife wants a nice home, and so do I, but I also want to be able to set us up for financial success in the future.

@Alex Sanfilippo This publication should be a good (and extensive) resource for you. https://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-pdf/p587.pdf