More Americans are renting right now and by investing in rental properties, you're able to diversify your portfolio and take advantage of appreciation.
No matter the type of work you do, do it every single day. By making phone calls, rehabbing, selling, etc., every single day, you improve your results and can be more effective.
By having an investor put up the necessary money, while you handle everything else, you're able to split profits and do deals without putting your money up front.