Use an attorney for your state, as many states have very specific tenant-landlord laws. 

Some want it paid to you, some want it paid to them, some to constable, some to sheriff, some to the law firm, some to the appraisal district.Payment normally due same day...so nearly impossible to get loans for these.

Read your laws in your specific state because they vary drastically, but in Texas you just need a real estate license and have a sponsoring broker.

Wife, parents in laws, etc., but the lessons of delayed gratification is too paramount.

From an Airbnb licensing perspective, it would depend on what your local municipalities allow.

Go to your local real estate meetups as a new investor and people will ask you what you do.

Jamari's local market knowledge was crucial in securing the property for $165,000.

My wife and I own about 25 properties here locally.

@Andrew SullivanTo begin in real estate, check your financial situation first, learn a lot, start with small steps, look into smart ways to fund your investments, pick the right places to invest, have clear aims, join groups of local investors, take smart risks, keep going even when it's hard, and be ready to change.

3) Check out some of the local meetups that you can find in this forum!