Should I Get Started with a Turnkey?

[Ronnie Carney]

Hi all,

I'm a lifelong resident of Memphis but still green behind the ears with Bigger Pockets.  I have been interested in becoming an investor for a while now and am currently knee deep in a two year plan to raise capital for it.  I should be ready to buy near the end of 2016/early 2017.  I am spending the meantime reading books and bigger pockets, doing research.

As a new investor I want to dive right in and get started when I can to get some experience. So my question is simple.  Is it a good idea to start with one of the turn key providers here in Memphis, or should my first deal be made on my own?  Likewise, if it is a good idea, does that make for a viable long-term strategy?

Thanks for your help!