I wouldn't worry about artificial goals set by the internet, just focus on what reasonable for you. 

Secondly when you're not working 2-4 open houses a weekend (yes that's a must when getting started) and having the 30-60 minute coffee appointment, focus on establishing accountability partners (brokers who have also started recently or in a similar groove as you), listen to podcasts or read books, and work establishing good habits early and developing a good mindset. 

I’m new so I don’t have any to contribute that are specific to REI, but from my other businesses.Waze + a calendar connection - easiest way to get traffic notices for departure time for your next meeting Outlook - it’s more powerful than the default iOS mail when it comes to signatures, scheduling, and managing emails Evernote - great note taking and overall brainstorming tool Dropbox - self-explanatory.

@Justin Power Aye whats up man PM me when you get the chance ill help you out.

Was curious if anyone has recommendations on a bank or credit union that will do business with me in Fort Wayne basing the refi off of the ARV of the asset or investment and not as focused on my personal employment status?

Don't worry about negotiating skills, focus more on building the expenses involved.

Getting a degree does cost a lot of money but you make tons and tons of connections and no one can ever take that knowledge and that degree away from you it's powerful in its own right is it the right for everyone maybe not but you really need to think hard about your choice now because it's much harder to go back to school when you're older than it is to get done when you're young.Not to mention college Years are some of the best years of people's life take advantage of it while you can.

It will help you either start quickly or seamlessly transition into wholesaling office and commercial properties.If I were in your shoes, I'd first save towards a nice place for your growing family, while learning the wholesale trade, and then focus on realizing your goals as a wholesaler.

Please click on the links, give them a read, and share your thoughts in the comments.First is a post that I feel will help not get overwhelmed with the amount of info that is here on BP:https://www.biggerpockets.com/blogs/5868/52761-the-simple-guide-to-getting-started-on-bp The second is a post that will help get you focused with your real estate investing goals:https://www.biggerpockets.com/blogs/5868/52743-im-new-to-bp-any-advice-would-be-appriciatedThe last one is a post that will help you choose an “investor friendly” real estate agent.

@Keri Whitmire Always focus on the seller, not the price.