Start by educating yourself about real estate investing; it usually takes a few years to learn and plan well.
Most people investing long-term should start with buying their own home as their first property.
If living in an expensive market, it might make more sense to rent locally and invest in other, cheaper markets to generate income.
A common strategy is to buy your own home, then move up to a bigger one while renting out the previous homes to build a portfolio over time.
Real estate investing can be hands-on or hands-off; you can hire managers to handle day-to-day tasks if you prefer.
Long-term investing with multiple properties can grow substantial wealth by your 50s or 60s, often reaching millionaire status depending on your market.
