I have a nice chunk of capital set aside as well as access to financing.As I have quickly learned in what I've read thus far, building your network and team is close to (if not number 1) the most beneficial and important pieces of this business.

@Joe Luciano the number of properties is of less importance than the equity.

“Whoever is careless with the truth in small matters cannot be trusted with important matters” - Albert Einstein

@jean bolger i only have about 3k in debt the problem is they are derogatory and i don't know what to do about that. but i have paid off the other 3k the i owed. i'm more than willing to pay the rest it's im unsure if that will change anything. i do understand how important credit is just didn't know better when i was younger. i have once credit card it's under the 30% and i have a car payment made on time every month and 1 paid off car.

Learning is the most important thing you can do.

More importantly make sure to return the call as soon as possible.Kudos,Mary

It is important to have a balance portfolio of single detached homes as well as groups of apartments or apartment complexes.

It is important to evaluate various options and do whatever fits your goals and comfort level best.

Who cares what you tenant stated, the most important aspect is what does your lease state.

That's why due diligence is very important for you to perform and not rely solely on a third party.