Investing in real estate is a long-term activity.

Buy Low and Hold for the long-term.

Surround yourself with a knowledgeable team.

Buy in a city with a strong future.

Find a person, or a company, with a proven track record of investing in real estate. Ask them how they do it.

The more you know about a real estate investment, the more likely your buying decision will be a wise one. Find a person who is knowledgeable about your preferred region's real estate market and ask them questions.

Always learn as much as possible about the people and the properties involved.  The right company will provide all the information you may want or need.