Before looking for a mentor, focus on bringing value, learn your local market, understand basic deal analysis and start building a buyers list.

I wish I had invested more aggressively at 19 when my downside risk was basically zero. 

Overall, it's disappointing to see the platform management market continue to increase prices for what are, in their most basic form, calendar sync and message automation tools.

A few free, simple things that helped a lot:• Google Calendar with Tasks or Reminders tied to lease dates• Standard templates in Google Drive for utilities and move in or move out checklists• A basic Google Sheet to track key dates so nothing slips• Google Forms to collect tenant info once instead of chasing paperwork• Sending tenants calendar invites or emails with their move in tasksNot fancy, but very effective without spending money.

My target would be low income housing style basic homes. 1800 SF, 4,000 lot, contractor grade styleWhat is a good land cost ratio to ARV I should be aware of?

During the peak season the high demand areas generally go with schools so basically draw a "c" around the metro and you have it, edmond,deer creek, piedmont, yukon, mustang, moore, norman. 

It is basic math.In my market the average rent per rent cafe is $2945 for 877’.

However I just received a text last night that basically said he doesn't expect to give me January or February and would need several more months to get on his feet to "get caught up". 

So my current situation is I have this Personal Care Home basically Residential Assisted Living but it is a large facility.

Before jumping into JVs or contract splits, focus on understanding your local market, buyer criteria and basic deal analysis.