Totally agree with Robert, local REI group can provide much better education and you don't have to spend too much money.

Hey @Martin Zawarski - We believe that real estate investors shouldn't have to spend a fortune to learn the business.

I plan on spending a lot of time reading blogs and watching podcast.

You'll spend a lot of time dealing with issues/chasing rent.

I realize there are tons of resources out there- but as a beginner learning the game, its hard to top being able to physically spend time in the area and be able to physically go and see properties before putting offers in.

My first tenant was through Section 8, and each year I was spending money to fix holes in the walls and abuse to the appliances so that the unit could pass the annual inspection.

I already spend part of my time here but later this quarter I will become a 'full-time' resident of GA.

Why would I spend $25K 3 years earlier than might be required?

You will have a bit higher costs with the 2 properties vs. 1, but this seems like a no brainer to me.Assuming you do get the appreciation in one and none in the other two, you're looking at about $1350 in appreciation each year that can only be utilized if you refinance (spend money for a new loan) or sell.

I feel like I'm jumping through hoops of fire to find out if this list of properties that I received from the city is really worth spending my marketing dollars towards.