Are you planning to invest out of state? 

Once you have systems in place and have developed standard operating procedures and a plan for management you will be fine.

Thanks for you quick reply. i rally appreciate it .I am planning to amend my 2022 return , and that's why asking this question .

Have a clear plan.

Once you own here and a few years go buy, you'll feel incredibly blessed to have your own property both in terms of cash flow and appreciation.There is a saying of owning real estate here:  "It's the bay area retirement plan". 

I would personally have a backup plan in place if the notes are called or anything goes south with the Mortgage companies.Feel free to reach out if you want to talk.

The ground floor has a family room with access to attached garage, 1 bedroom, .5 bath, laundry and access to modest backyard.

Am planning to acquire more in same neighborhood and just wanted to know if my experience was the exception or the rule, going by the list @Chris Dawson published.

I will be setting my goals on Monday with my coach so I can come up with a plan and take another action step. 

I am not sure which REIA you are planning on attending, but I have been a part of several and while most are great, some can be full of sales.