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Although I know that knowledge is power and 5 years ago a real estate college would've been a great idea I really just need to know how do I get started.I have  three properties that I am looking at right now.

I believe in the "power of positive thinking" and your an example of the positive people I try to interact with, so thank you for the positive energy.  

We had a big ice storm which knocked out the power for a week.

A person with drive and confidence in what they are doing is a powerful thing.Thank you to everyone on BP and people I have met at REI meet-ups. 

Similar, but the subtle difference is the entrance strategies...and the power all cash has.  

C) Commercial ~7% financing for a single property or blanket (multiple units) with a total of $1 mil purchasing power.

Lastly because I am young (26) and have limited purchasing power how realistic is it to purchase a modest house first and then pursue other multifamily investments that I would not owner occupy?

I'll hire a builder and it's on a main road so city water/sewer/power all there. 

The super bonus is that you have plenty of time to read, and that is very powerful   So click the auto-pilot switch and start investingTo your successJosh