So what have you discovered in those areas?

This site will be a extremely helpful guide and mentor as you continue your journey into RE investing.

I am now a mid-level analyst who sits in front of a computer screen for 8+ hours a day and then goes home and continues.

After a year, the utility company requires air pressure tests, permits, meter/safety checks and who know what other hoops I'll discover and jump through.

In early 2014 my plans are to continue taking classes for a certificate in Geographic Information Systems and I am also considering acquiring my real estate license before spring.

I thought the Dallas REI expo was excellent and will continue to attend every year.

The trend seems to continue and become a great strategy for local small builders and investors.

Some options are:- Partner with someone- Seek funds from friends and family- Continue to save until you have enough to start on your own- Hard money loans- Owner-occupy a mult-familyThere are a lot of ways to get creative, just make sure you understand what you are getting into before you pull the trigger.

If not, the continuation of obligation won't meet requirements and May effect options for refinancing or obtaining other credit in the future.

Should I continue to buy duplexes/triplexes which are more lucrative, or purchase only single family dwellings which may be more desirable in the upcoming market?