and if so, what are some RE strategies to still be successful.

I have yet to work with a lender that has successfully made a loan on a member stock sale transaction less than $10mm. 

I will attempt to clean it up and share it in the "cloud" so you and other can critique its output.Yours in success,-Eric

I’m still willing to consider it as an otherwise passive investor if I get feedback from reputable BP members saying they’ve had success here.My current rentals pay for themselves but have appreciated well.

I was wondering if there are people out there who can help me decide what classes to take and what my intended major should be to become a successful real estate investor.

So what would you recommend to set me up for success? 

"Meanwhile, the median condo price climbed 6.9 percent to $365,000 – the highest price ever achieved for the month of August.

Also keep the property in a great neighborhood (low crime, great schools, low property taxes, etc.) for a rental.It all starts with the deal.Anybody have success buying probate real estate?

This market will be difficult to cash flow today, and competition for multis is insane.I am currently playing in the Detroit market where I believe I will repeat what I achieved in Atlanta, and continue to grow passive income.You may find my post on....."

Love your strategy to start with a small multi-family - if you're able to secure and FHA for owner / occupied, you'll be well on your way to success.