(Examples: <50% equity, ownership of 10+ years, absentee owners, out of state, expired listing)I would love to hear what specific metrics you have used and your experience with them!

That's a great way to get into the business.A few tips that may be helpful to you here on the Bigger Pockets website as you build your portfolio:You can set up keyword alerts so anytime someone posts about Layton (or the specific neighborhoods you're exploring), you'll be notified.

Both will probably help you as you jump into real estate.A few tips that may be helpful to you here on the Bigger Pockets website as you start building your portfolio:You can set up keyword alerts so anytime someone posts about Jacksonville (or the specific neighborhoods you're exploring), you'll be notified.

LOL its lender specific because FANNIE is only guidlines, each bank can be MORE strict. 

Im decent with online learning except I ask very specific questions so in-person would definitely be better for me.

Ask very specific and good questions if you expect quality responses.

If you have specific questions about property management, I'll be happy to help!

In case you were uncertain about how weird Massachusetts law can be, our licensing classes and CE courses specifically state that using the term "walking distance" or "a short walk" discriminates against people without legs.You CAN say 1/10th mile to the beach as that's an objective fact. 

As @Theo Hicks mentioned, Apartments.com is a great way to find apartment buildings in a specific area.

No specific location is necessary.