I started out on Stessa when it was free.

That wil get you started.

Hello everyone, With deciding to start in real estate, my main goal is to create enough equity in the properties I obtain to build a house and buy land  (10-12) years down the line.Though the market always changes, I figured with investing into highly appreciating markets now, the properties I buy will accumulate the equity needed to be able to sell in the future which in turn will lead to the income needed to build and buy land. 

I enjoy visuals and management, which got me started on Airbnb.

I definitely recommend checking some of the real estate meetups in the area (there are plenty to choose from) to start getting connected with people in similar spots and to find resources to help.Happy to answer any questions you might have.

If you were starting out again, how would you approach it as a beginner?

I, personally, would consider any other option, including bankruptcy for your sister if she really has that much debt that she can't pay, rather than ask my nephew to give that much equity away and start over smaller with a much higher rate.         

Whatever you use, make sure it's state-specific.6) Putting a cap on utilities is smart, especially when you're starting out and have no idea what they're going to cost you.

I mean no insult, everyone starts there.  

I figured I start in my own backyard Raleigh,NC, the surrounding areas, and go from there.