It needs to be something you like and feel comfortable in.  

It depends on your comfort level.

But that's just the way I feel most comfortable which might not necessarily work for you. 

I'm also still deciding how much property value/equity I'm comfortable with putting into one LLC.

Quite a few options out there and I'm not comfortable using Legal Zoom to tackle it myself.Thanks!

whenever you're driving somewhere or performing mundane tasks at home - https://www.biggerpockets.com/podcastStart examining your local market - get set up with a search that shows you all of the properties for sale in your area.Once you start to feel comfortable with the methods and terms used in REI, start to network with other investors in your area or on BP.  

It is definitely good to take your time and make sure you are comfortable when you go to purchase (especially the first one!)

Find that individual (maybe from a local REIA) and when you feel comfortable, just jump right into the next step as you have shown the willingness here to do!!

My feeling is that the more I know about a neighborhood (not just the real estate), the more comfortable I feel investing.Any thoughts, help, good/bad stories are greatly appreciated!

I have a well-paying job but have realized that my 401K will be the answer to a comfortable requirement - thank you Robert Kiyosaki!