 TITLE: How to Start Investing in Real Estate CONTENT: Where Do You Start?\n-------------------\nReal estate can be quite a bit more complicated than simply putting a few hundred dollars into a stock you're excited about. While it's relatively easy to invest via REITs and crowdfunding platforms, buying actual properties or land can take weeks and even months of research.\nStart by educating yourself about the process using real estate investing resources like BiggerPockets and Roofstock. You can learn a lot on these websites about how to develop an investment strategy, how to account for taxes, how to calculate the return on investment on a property and more.\nIf you plan to purchase properties, you'll also want to enlist the help of a real estate agent who can help you find the types of properties you're looking for in or outside your area. You may also consider joining forums and groups on social media that are dedicated to real estate investing, so you can ask questions as you learn and start making your first investments. Also check with your bank to determine whether you're likely to qualify for a mortgage for your investment (assuming you're not paying cash).\nLearning about real estate investing can be a steep learning curve, but over time, the efforts can pay off. END