My goal is to invest in my first property by the end of this summer.I am a professional aerospace engineer and know how to write very complex software so if there is anything I can do to give back I would love to talk to you.Thanks!

But young professionals drive nicer cars, and they are the ones that bring the neighborhood to a higher level.

If you agent is not a marketing professional and bringing anything to the table .. then find another agent.

Read these:http://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2013/05/21/tenant-or-a-professional-bum/http://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2013/02/19/tenants-trash-unit/Good luck!

Hello Brady,Give me a connect if you are still in need of professional assistance in Kansas City.

Which is where accidental landlords go wrong by letting in some professional renter.I use http://www.ctcredit.net Everyone has low fico and tons of debt.

Plus you'll be networking with other professionals that may also help in RE somehow.

Doing it yourself properly is a huge hassle and you could easily miss something.I've learned to use professionals and spend my time finding buyers/sellers/investors/properties.

Keep in mind that if they were organized, professional, and timely they probably wouldn't be cheap.

That doesn't mean it's a walk in the park.So I'd say it's a different happy than an afternoon at the beach, but as a professional and growth activity, that it makes me happy.