But after I move out, then yes it should produce CF.

And don't forget that maybe more than the cash flow, a long term benefit/outcome of real estate investing is some day, you are going to wake up and have many income producing assets that you own outright.  

There are few if any crowdfunding platforms producing the returns they promise.

@Thomas Towner PMI property management and innovative property management.

Agreed with Gorden.The mulifamily on the market in North Huntsville is at least 100k over priced for the rental revenue produced. 

You need to bring something to the table, something that will attract an investor usually a deal or a track record for producing good and stable returns.

I know he owns a lot of real estate and uses mortgage to finance them (i.e. good debt).Robert Kiyosaki — Loves good debt; as in financing to acquire assets that produce positive cash flow.

You may forgo the extra dollars your investments bring in each month, but keeping your property occupied and producing an income right now trumps everything

Ultimately I'd like to know what are some mistakes, innovative practices and anything else insightful that helped you all start.Anything Helps!

I produce a statement for my CPA at tax time.