I believe those that are the most successful are 1) well rounded 2) experienced 3) hard working 4) know their why and are passionate.Pick one and commit till you feel like you could competently talk to another REI.Goodluck!

Please click on the links, give them a read, and share your thoughts in the comments.First is a post that I feel will help not get overwhelmed with the amount of info that is here on BP:https://www.biggerpockets.com/blogs/5868/52761-the-simple-guide-to-getting-started-on-bp The second is a post that will help get you focused with your real estate investing goals:https://www.biggerpockets.com/blogs/5868/52743-im-new-to-bp-any-advice-would-be-appriciatedThe last one is a post that will help you choose an “investor friendly” real estate agent.

I know that it's certainly more than others are doing but my last two homes sold in 12 hours and one before it hit market, so I feel like stuff like that is money well spent.  

There is always that period of a few sleepless nights when you first get started but it feels so good once it all falls into place.

Please click on the links, give them a read, and share your thoughts in the comments.First is a post that I feel will help not get overwhelmed with the amount of info that is here on BP:https://www.biggerpockets.com/blogs/5868/52761-the-simple-guide-to-getting-started-on-bp The second is a post that will help get you focused with your real estate investing goals:https://www.biggerpockets.com/blogs/5868/52743-im-new-to-bp-any-advice-would-be-appriciatedThe last one is a post that will help you choose an “investor friendly” real estate agent.

@Jason MaNot sure JasonI feel like you're going in the right direction to evaluate a market.... 

Instead of just jumping in and getting started, I feel the need to figure out every single detail and play it out in my mind before moving forward.The Bigger Pockets community seems like a vital asset to getting started in the real estate investing world.

Can you imagine going into a gas station with a sign out front saying gas was $2.59 a gallon, and when you went to pump the gas you first had to pay a $15.00 fee for using their pump, an $8.00 "lot fee" for parking you car in front of their pumps on their property, a $17.00 "roof" fee because there is an awning over the pumps, and a  $14.00 "snack bar" fee to cover the fact that should you feel the need for a cool refreshing beverage, you have the option of walking in and purchasing an Icee for $1.99?

Last but not least how did you feel when everything was said and done and you sold your first flip?

Please click on the links, give them a read, and share your thoughts in the comments.First is a post that I feel will help not get overwhelmed with the amount of info that is here on BP:https://www.biggerpockets.com/blogs/5868/52761-the-simple-guide-to-getting-started-on-bp The second is a post that will help get you focused with your real estate investing goals:https://www.biggerpockets.com/blogs/5868/52743-im-new-to-bp-any-advice-would-be-appriciatedThe last one is a post that will help you choose an “investor friendly” real estate agent.