Jason, love the mindset shift — I had a similar moment listening to BiggerPockets where it finally clicked that this game is about education, action, and persistence, not just family money.

And how do I get more education on midterm rentals 

:Most anyone who asks gets my advice, educated opinions, and unwritten estimates at no cost.

In the midst of me coming up with a down payment and saving for emergency fund for said property, I feel like I’m taking all the right steps in education but can’t help but feel a bit restrained in the action I can be currently taking. lol I’m open to bird dog (never done before) as I learn more each day about my market and others.

Check out the Georgia Real Estate investors Association, gareia dot com, for local networking and education.

Doing it yourself without first education will cost you $$$

Good deals don't come from running numbers off zillow- they come from two places; relationships and education. 

You'll have to educate me on this because even i'm not sure, but what is going on with mayor/police?

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Things like house hacking, wholesaling, or even partnering with someone who has capital are common entry points.If your goal is to eventually build a business, the first step is really education (which you’re already crushing) and then choosing one clear starting strategy instead of trying to do everything at once.