I’ve spent the last 6-9 months immersing myself in the BP community, listening to podcasts and reading recommended books.

Contribute as much as you comfortably can and don't keep increasing your percentages with each pay raise and promotion.Once those CDCs are done, immerse yourself in the local REI community.

We found and selected the best potential lot for views, privacy and proximity to all the desired locations such as ski slopes (6 mins) lake 7 mins, downtown big bear (restaurants, pubs and entertainment are only 12 minutes away) We designed the entire project and placed the home facing the national park with no other houses in sight giving the feeling of total immersion with natures yet, close to everything.

Been immersed in RE education for the last year.

It will help immerse her in your market, and bring in some more money for you guys to sock away for future investments.Being financially independent within 10 years is an aggressive goal but if you really can survive on just $25k per year, then I think your goal is within reach.

It is the best way to learn your market and define your criteria...and it is a much faster and immersive learning experience.

It is very uncommon for people your age to be thinking business and specifically real estate.I would suggest to immerse yourself in knowledge and get a good feel for this industry. 

I have immersed myself in the educational section, now I am struggling with the next steps, financing,  and I have identified that fear is a factor.

Hello all,I am new to the Real Estate investing world and have my first two single family homes under contract, but I am wanting to get more immersed in the world. 

Immerse yourself here.https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/521/topics/30...