I work a full time job as well and I've gotten to the point where I'm so efficient at it that it allows me to maintain my expected performance level and still focus a lot of my effort on building my REI portfolio.

Do the inspections and keep a regular eye on the rental and make the most cost-efficient decision you can.

I'm trying to use real estate to put myself through college, do you guys have any tips that could help me become more efficient and produce results faster?

If you are living there a long time, here are some common things people over look: 1. window/door package2. waterproofing details3. building materials4. air sealing/ indoor air quality, energy performance requirements5. sound reduction6. site challenges / site advantagesThe average person chooses more square feet, and more expensive finishes over performance and durability. 

Sounds like you could greatly benefit from an app and increase efficiency.

Real estate is not an efficient market and it is more time consuming than other investments, so there will always be opportunity for those who are willing to roll up their sleeves. 

You are aiming for efficient. 

But it is nice to see folks taking on these old properties and making pretty apartments ... now if they could convince folks to make them more energy efficient in the process. 

I found a Duplex with a separate efficiency apartment on the property.Plan was to buy and rent all 3 units out.

To someone who is completely fresh, changing careers, and just beginning the process of getting their license like you did, but @28 years old, how can I navigate and utilize the BiggerPockets(BP) forum database efficiently and effectively to find the most relevant material that will help educate me in becoming a successful real estate investment agent (wholesaling)?