You should take some time to read some books and analyze the market you will be investing in.Some books I would recommendCrushing it in Apartments and commercial real estate by Brian MurrayRich Dad, Poor Dad by Robert KiyosakiThe One Thing by Gary KellerThe Millionaire Real Estate Investor by Gary KellerOn your first flip - I would suggesting hiring a contractor to oversea the whole procedure.

I live in northern Illinois, Do I have to be apart of an organization in order to make a sale of a property for my friends and family?

My goal is to create passive income with Multi-Family/Apartment building rentals.

My goal is to create passive income with Multi-Family/Apartment building rentals using my VA loan in the process.

I am looking for recommendations for  Property management companies in Huntsville,AL - who have experience managing small/med size Apartment complexes.

I think my ultimate goal would be to own apartment buildings and maybe get into development.

Who would you recommend for Houston, TX?

Looking to connect with commercial brokers in the Stockton area for small-mid size apartment investment.

Taking these few criteria along with a few others, my next purchase will most likely be a small apartment or mixed-use building.If you're looking for some local input on the Cleveland area or some referrals to local pros, I'd be happy to be of assistance.

It is what sets real estate investing apart from all other investment vehicles.