Interested to hear from both seasoned pros, and people who got into this area of investing recently.....

While you're reading, watching videos, talking to people online etc always have some way of taking notes.

In any case, I doubt many people on BP would want to buy properties in Switzerland given the very low returns that can be achieved there.

Here are additional comments:1) Buying out of state removes any local knowledge you have from assisting in your success, including knowing areas, people and costs. - We always recommend buying your first rental locally if possible and DIY managing to learn as much as possible before investing OOS.2) Lots of crooks and incompetents in the PMC world:( They both cost you money.- As already stated, you'll have a small portfolio.

I look forward to meeting new people from different backgrounds.All the best,ThobyDelaLuna

Most people are not rich there, look at the cars. 

First of all, let me pay my respects to the hardworking people in real estate and the treacherous waters they navigate—fronting hours of effort with only the chance of commissions and an abundance of non-forthright people out there.

After punching your rental income from tax returns MOST people more or less break even ion a rental.

I want to work with great people, build long-lasting relationships, and help them grow their wealth while doing what I love.Here’s where I could use your insights:Raising Capital: What’s the best approach for attracting investors who are interested in partnering on real estate development and redevelopment deals?

I would suggest focusing on solving people's problems more than trying to sell them.