If i were to give myself advise from 3 years ago:1) Don't wasted your first home purchased of 5% down on a Condo2) Jump right into Multifamily, 3 flats and bigger3) Using FHA loans ASAP vs 20% down conventional all the time4) Don't be afraid to use others money5) Go to more meet ups and build your contacts with like minded investors. 6) Push to start a PM company (another revenue stream) 7) Don't talk about investing to your corporate co-works!

I see a lot of opportunities, but am afraid nobody wants to live here.

So I get the idea that knocking on doors can create deals, and I'm not afraid to do that.

Because of that I'm confident in investing in the Bakersfield market, which is very far from where I live, so long as I can establish a great team.I know you'll do well, but I would highly encourage you to read as much as you can and never be afraid to just go out and meet some professionals and ask them questions. 

Don’t be afraid to invest a little time and money before you jump in. 

(Oh, and need to find a deal, but I'm a Realtor and not afraid to knock on a few doors and in the Harvey aftermath)Thanks for any advice!

But I'm afraid I won't be able to catch some hidden catastrophe like molds, termites or some other thing I don't understand.

Thankfully my dog loves people, especially kids and isn't dog aggressive in the slightest but I still watch him like a hawk when around a bunch of kids to make sure he doesn't get spooked/freaked out and do something stupid.Having said all that, I'd still be worried...lol  I've had people be afraid to be on the same isle with me.  

Take a good look at the posted pictures if you cannot see the house first.Don’t be afraid to ask your landlord if the house is for sale.

I want to learn everything from how to install flooring (I'm not afraid to work) to executing and managing deals and properties.