I recently listened to that podcast episode for the third time...it was that good :) Getting started can be difficult, but it sounds like you are on your way...congrats, and good luck on your journey!

This platform is a wonderful site to be on when starting your real estate journey. 

You'll have a lot of questions on your journey and having the ability to bounce ideas and talk REI with someone in person is invaluable. 

One of the easiest strategies to get started in today's market would be to invest in turnkey properties in a mid west state and stay passive in your journey. 

@Michael AvillionLots of good advice in the replies from @Bryce Jamison and @Marshall Leipprandt.You're taking a patient approach to make sure the location is right to both extend your military time and kick off your real estate investing journey...nothing wrong with that.What type of property would you like to purchase after a year? 

Rented the house out afterwards to start the journey as a landlord.

@Andrea Diaz Congrats on your journey so far, 100k is a lot of money!

There’s a lot we can all learn on our investing journey.

Would love to help you with this journey.

I'm very active on LinkedIn where I post 3-5 times a week about my journey and have been told that I might fit in better on Bigger Pockets!