Slow and steady investor looking for advice

[Robert Martin]

Hello real estate enthusiasts!

I am a 28 year old investor with a passion for working hard, investing wisely, and setting myself up for a comfortable retirement through rental properties. I currently own 3 single family homes that are fully renovated, rented out and doing good. Any additional work would simply be upkeep.

At this point I have just worked my normal job, saved cash wherever possible, reinvested profits and bought rentals utilizing conventional mortgage financing through banks throwing down 20%. This method has worked for me, and seems like a pretty solid strategy. I don't really want to get into flipping real estate as I know how much work I put into houses. I typically buy houses that need some work, but not complete disasters.

With that being said, is there any advice a seasoned investor did that make their rental business expand faster? Or is my slow and steady approach a good one, and I should just keep at it.

Weak points: I don't have a reliable team of contractors yet. Some, but not really enough for a whole home remodel.

Strong points: A very strong support network of family members(we are all heavily invested in real estate.)

Any advice is appreciated

Robert