I appreciate that this thread was started quite some time ago but since I read it, I just wanted to clarify a few things.

Start with that, then if those don't work you can venture into the Hard money and all the other fun stuff.you can always consider bringing on a partner as well, you seem to be able to offer the time and research needed.

If you are legitimately trying to start a real estate business, I couldn't think of worse advice to give you.

Just curious to see how people in this community started when venturing into the land and new construction aspect of investing. 

I would love to see how to get started .from purchasing the land, permits,  and simple question for a newbe like what's the min acres you need to build...

It turns out that the upstairs tenant had their garbage disposal clogged, and the backflow of the water started pouring into the dishwasher and overflowing onto the floor and into the first floor apartment.

We are planning to start our first few properties with cash so we don't get burned on hard money interest payments since it will be after work and weekends we are working on the project.

It's not uncommon for certain tenants to tell you the rental is "perfect" and then start nit-picking once they occupy.

Quote from @Cody Journell: I would start with Corey's advice: differentiate yourself from the crowd by providing quality services.

I have decided (with a partner) to start a real estate investing company.