Also network with property managers in your area because they will have leads and suggestions on rent and properties that you could possibly acquire.These are just some of the tips I have taken to heart myself.

Most of her income are tips. 

My plan is to make these the first steps in a successful career in real state and to gain as much knowledge as possible so any tips or advise would be greatly appreciated.

I am open to all advice, tips, strategies and anything else that will help in a successful real estate investing career.  

If ANYBODY can help me understand how to fill the contract out or can walk me through it or have any tips as to what I should include in the contract I would really appreciate it.

Can i have dome tips please?

Can i have some tips please?

My three buildings in MN are managed with a no tolerance for smoking anything (even e-cigs) on the entire grounds (outdoors included) policy.  

I have a blog where I write about Real Estate  www.homebestchoice.com and I welcome you guys there too if you would like to share experiences and tips, would be a pleasure to have anyone's help on it. 

@Derrick Aragon, thanks for the tip!