I have watched a few videos, but I want to be able to learn from others and really get hands-on experience (In general, I want this to become my passion!)

As you read these books, watch the BiggerPockets podcasts.

It is not, it has limited application, and for travel expenses it does not apply at all.If you do not have a mileage log, you have to do your best good faith estimate and then pray that you're not audited.

Not to get too into the weeds, when you are face to face with someone, you can watch for mannerisms and non-verbal body language. 

Look into factors like vacancy rates, local job growth, and tenant demand to pinpoint promising markets.Once you find a property, work on running the numbers carefully—factor in purchase price, rehab costs (if applicable), property management fees, and reserves.

Watch this podcast and learn the lesson the cheap way. 

The student housing market around U of A is a micro market and is fascinating to watch.

I do not wish to waste my time watching videos,searching the internet for how tos and what I should be doing.

If you're trying to replace your work income I would recommend starting in a strong cash flow market like Cleveland, but if you're ok working for a while then you can buy and watch your property appreciate in Columbus. 

The time it takes for the draws from tenants and then the ACH transfer to you leaves you getting pain on the 7th or 8th of the month, the $1 ACH transfer fee is an annoyance that has drawn some complaints that are as petty as the fee feels, the new tenant application features are sub-par, and I'm not sure how well it properly informs tenants of the additional charge for credit cards as I got panicked texts about the added fee from a tenant already going through some hardship.