I am newbie here who has heard real estate is a great way to build long term wealth.I would like to get started but with a bad credit  history I find it extremely diffcult.Still the financial longevity well not only be statisfying but the peace as of mind will put me at ease.

Keep in mind that there might be a lot of competition with those, but if you get in good with the asset managers, they might hook you up.

If anyone has had a positive experience and doesn't mind sharing, I would appreciate it. 

Im not necessarily set on a partnership but I am keeping an open mind about it and talking with people every opportunity I get.I am a college student as well so that limits my time a bit more and also my ability to work crazy hours hours to make money quickly.

The idea of remotely managing a property from across the country for my first investment makes my stomach turn but that is something that I will definitely have to keep in mind moving forward as I become more seasoned and experienced.

Keep in mind you must have equitable ownership to operate in this manner in Florida.

I do love getting paid online, but I'm flexible as long as I get paid.  :-)

That particularly house of mine doesn't cash flow well because I have it on a 15 year loan, but the equity is building incredible fast, so I don't mind. it would cash flow quite nicely if I refi'd to a 30, but I'd rather get it paid off sooner. 

There's absolutely nothing wrong with a thorough/strict lease, but keep in mind that no Lease can supercede local/state/federal law.

@Margaret Salerno do you have a price point in mind that your looking to spend as Lakewood varies greatly in price.Depending if you buy on the east or west side of Lakewood, your tenants, rent and the entry price will vary.