I'm using Craig's List, FB ad words and the yellow letter methods to start.I'm actually a "tri-coastal" (born in NY, lived in CA, and in Miami).

There are of course other ways to get real estate financed (private investors, hard money lenders, etc), but you need to make sure you fully understand these methods and the risks associated with them.It sounds like you are really serious about investing in real estate, so I would spend some time on BP in the forums, blogs and listening to the podcasts and start to come up with a business plan.

This is sealed well using tape or other methods.

There are many other and more reliable methods for estimating the value.My father always stated the fair market value is what someone will pay within 30 days of putting the property on the market for sale.If you are seeking to invest in a hot market, be prepard for the drop.

Even though they appear before Congress, nothing is done.There are numerous methods you can use to reduce your risks.

Study methods, get mentors, and build a team.

Just found something online saying there are 4 requirements. 1- two methods of egress.

Have the tenants deposit directly into your account or use electronic payment methods i.e. erentpayment or something similar. 

If quick flips in real estate help me along the way then that's cool and a bit of a bonus but my long term goal is relaxation so flipping houses doesn't seem like the best method of relaxation to me.

Any opinions on which method would be the most cost effective?