Here is a link to an article I wrote that was just published about Ely, Nevada where the bulk of my rehab projects have been.http://www.narreia.com/newsadvice/news_detail.php?

I have also been scouring the internet for foreclosures and REO's.

If that idea appeals to you then you should use the internet and begin searching, if not then just keep looking where you are until you find something. 8)

(here is an article that could help in that: Assembling your Real Estate Investing Team.)

Generally, Article 12-A of the Real Property Law provides that anyone who, on behalf of another and for a fee, 1) negotiates a sale, exchange or rental of real property, 2) collects rent, or 3) negotiates a commercial loan secured by a mortgage must be licensed as a real estate broker.

use the internet to grow.

Although you can occaisionally hit a homerun with a stock or two and gain the 100-300% in a short period of time the risk is also much greater.I've read articles saying how the market returns 7-8% interest(i forget the exact numner) and real estate 3-4% over the long run.

There was an article in the local newspaper about our local re club and the president was quoted as saying the majority of the membership didn't own one investment property.

I've been looking into real estate for a while by reading books, articles, etc. and have decided to buy my first house or condo with my boyfriend to rent out, just to get my feet wet.

Just stopping by to say hi and introduce myself.My name is Vlad, I am a former real estate agent (my license just expired few days ago).Currently I am involved in Internet Marketing and Pay Per Click advertising (mostly work with Realtors).This forum looks like a great place.