Its a numbers game.  

That's why I made it a point in my game plan to take until the beginning of 2015 to educate myself as much as possible before jumping into it. 

My husband and my self are virgins at the real estate game.

If you are going to play in real estate game then you need to have experts around you: accountant, real estate lawyer and title company are a good start.A rehabber that does any level of volume is going to be classified as a dealer by the IRS.

Renting apartments is something of a numbers game.

I am not a seasoned investor but with these high priced homes its a whole new ball game.

Monthly cash flow, appreciation, long term investment, quick flip, etc.Personal Financials - It sounds like you are ahead of the game here, but stronger financial sponsorship will be required for investment property.

Welcome to the forum, John.In response to your wondering about investing with little starting capital, I would have to say that starting with money helps in this game, but money is not required to play.

Some groups like to get together to play the Cashflow game.

I would recommend putting expirations into your offers if you don't want to get stuck in this kind of waiting game.