I also don't like that fact that their are bandit signs with the same language, making it seem even more sketchier to the average person. 

There are other ways to access this without getting your license.Knowledge of RE in studying to get your license?

@Chad Tessmann watch this video for an explanation by Brandon Hall - https://youtu.be/SGD5-NTxVCkYou need to do a cost segregation study to use bonus depreciation.

I am about a month in on my REI education - I've been reading a ton of books, listening to podcasts, studying markets...Curious, how long did it take for you all to pull the trigger and purchase your first investment property?

Also, I am wondering what resources you guys might use to study/ learn a market that is across the country from you.  

Like most others on here, I took the time to look at & analyze a lot of other properties in my area to do an independent study. 

I highly recommend you check the Reserve studies from the HOA and make sure there are no looming big projects - i.e. roof repair, elevator upgrades, amenities (pool, gym, laundry) to be maintained - again dependent on what the condo building is offering.

Best case scenario is that you do a cost segregation study and write off All of your depreciation in the first year and that should help get you to zero or less at least for that year. 

Hello everyone, I’ve been studying real estate investing for quite some time now, but can’t seem to take the next step of actually investing.

I don't need to bring the party to him, he's in college to study 24/7, right ?!?