I have tried searching online along with trying to talk with people that I see around job sites but have not had much luck.

Are there any washers and dryers on the site? 

Real Estate is a competitive game, and Internet and BP have leveled the playing field for anyone who wants to take advantage. 

Price / Rent Ratio - lower the better Avg Median Income - feeds into #2, not as important on its ownAvg Median Price - feeds into #2, not as important on its ownAvg Median Rent - feeds into #2, not as important on its ownRent % of Income - rent should be >1/3 of incomeSociodemographic Rank - should be high (used this article)Population Growth - should outpace US average (used this site)Jobs Growth - highger the better (used Forbes data: example)Law Favorability - should be landlord-friendly (used Avail: example)State Tax Favorability - should be favorable (used this article)Poverty Level - should be low (used city-data.com)Crime - should be below US average of 290 (used city-data.com)Industries Present - should be diverse (used city-data.com) Here are the markets I evaluated: Bend, ORGreenville, SCCharlotte, NCMeridian, IDMidland, TXSpartanburg, SCHuntsville, ALKent, WAWithout any further delay, here is my market analysis laid out with selection criteria and markets: As you can see, the Top 2 Markets are: Meridian, IDCharlotte, NCand they are mostly green across the board, hitting all selection criteria, at a reasonable purchase price for my first investment at a young age.Now that I've completed a brief analysis, I'm looking to dive into deal finding and developing my Core 4.What are your thoughts on my preliminary market analysis?

I have viewed some auction sites, but have read very mixed reviews on whether or not they are reputable.

I've listened to about 15 bigger pockets podcasts, read the ultimate beginners guide, read "Rich Dad, Poor Dad" and "Money Master the Game" by Tony Robbins as a start to my REI/financial education.

In today's economy it's better to either own apartment complexes (which don't require any experience) , Fix and Flips, or Quick Flips.I do believe that real estate property ownership is a game of quantities and how many offers you make will effect your success. 

It's easier to say my properties are not section 8 approved to begin with then I do not have to worry about the discrimination game.

Both times I would not have been able to afford to invest in the opportunity myslef, so partners were the only way I could get into the game.

Hello, just recently found this site and saw a few videos etc.