Please click on the links, give them a read, and share your thoughts in the comments.First is a post that I feel will help not get overwhelmed with the amount of info that is here on BP:https://www.biggerpockets.com/blogs/5868/52761-the-simple-guide-to-getting-started-on-bpThe second is a post that will help get you focused with your real estate investing goals:https://www.biggerpockets.com/blogs/5868/52743-im-new-to-bp-any-advice-would-be-appriciatedThe last one is a post that will help you choose an “investor friendly” real estate agent.

Don't play friend but play professional5.

I'm looking for an investor friendly agent in Williamsburg, VA.

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What does the lease say about breaking it...And why on Earth would would you want a below market long term lease lol

I’ve found BP users to be very friendly and willing to share their knowledge and experience.

@Tom ParrisTom, my friend and I are looking to purchase a duplex in St Pete.

Hard to claim I forgot to do it since I've referred a few other people since (and a friend of mine who I referred bought a house through them).

I would discourage you from buying condos as they’re typically really High in HOA fees which is completely outside your control (major negative) and usually not investor friendly.

My friend is a real estate developer who has successfully bought, renovated and sold/rented out a few small apartment buildings in the area (I live in the Bay Area so there are plenty of 4-8 unit buildings).