I plan to do a lot of reading, watching training videos, listening to audio books, and talking with people to educate myself.

As a result most everything on the MLS is overpriced, but people still are buying.  

It's a way to network and connect with other people in the biz. 

Was looking to hear some success story's from people that got started. 

I started meeting people around my building, asking questions, interview new realtors and brokers.Rest of 2010: I ended up meeting a realtor who had her office in my building.

While there, I turn my phone off and ask lots of questions.Something I’ve noticed is that successful people tend to be very generous with their experiences.

Most people wouldn't turn a free and clear home into a mortgaged home.

I started doing some home flipping from 2001 - 2009, then got into buy and hold.I am at a cross roads, so I recently sold some properties, in an effort to have a portfolio of quality over quantity.Not exactly sure what my next move will be, the big challenge for me has been learning about tenant issues, and dealing with some unexpected repairs, both my wife and I took a course and are IPOANS CAM Certified (Certified Property managers).We only manage our own properties, plus have a couple of hired property managers to help with some out of town units, however, I have been studying tenancy rules, laws, and have become addicted to answering property management questions.What attracted me to join this site, is all the different types of real estate investment people are involved in.I look forward to participating in the forum.Michael P Currie

So far this site has already helped me to connect with a few great people who have already started helping me get off the ground!

Definitely make it to the local REIAs and make connections with other like minded people.