I've got a decent amount of experience but I'm by no means an expert.

Hello everyone.First I thank you all in advance for your help.For the last few years I have been reading, and analyzing real estate investing, but due to economics and family circumstances, it just wasn't an option.Now, things are changing.

There are a few things you need to become an expert at.

I love this site and provides a huge amount of information that is beneficial, but I feel that I need some "hands on" learning from an expert-as that is how I learn the best.

Anything else that would make me a RE EXPERT.

That has forced me to look out of state, and based on my research Dallas has strong economic fundamentals while still having good cap rates.

I'm looking for recommendations on a high performing Realtor/Broker that is knowledgeable about Multi-Family properties (2 to 4 units).Please let me know if you have any recommendations for experts in this geographic area.

I think sometimes, you can't behave like an economic robot and you've just got to do what feels right, particularly when both the choices are good (just one is better).

I'm the opposite of a rehab expert but I did take on my own house renovation not by choice per say.Best I can offer is this.Communication is key, be explicit on what you want with clear explanations.Do not pay if you are not happy.

My personal thought would a strong "retirement area" would be more immuned to the economic issues.