Sounds like he is somewhat successful, but it could be because of the amount of people paying $997 to sign up plus $97/month coaching fee (not sure if the cost is still the same from what was said 10 years ago) https://www.biggerpockets.com/...

I am not too familiar with Oildale, but I have heard of other investors having success with rentals in that area.

@Chaz Bollwinkel what’s up man, I drive for dollars in my marketing I’ve had success with it.

That doesn't necessarily mean a paid membership here, but the point is that denigrating memberships is really just saying "I don't think what I want to achieve, or offer, is worth paying the Pro membership fee", which is about $20 per month.

Based off our situation and the current market we believe San Antonio is the best location for our success.  

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.