Build an SMB on top of your real estate (the reverse of #2)Short-term rentals and high owner-participation real estate businesses can have great returns.Obviously not for you if you just want passive RE.We are in the deep end here, where each case should be judged on its own facts and merits by your CPA.You should hire a professional to review your particular situation before you make an investment.

If you want to go down a deep dark rabbit hole, and I don't want to get outside the scope of BiggerPockets, but look into "15 minute cities".

Due to item 1, adding an ADU can require years to start achieving any return (once the accumulated cash flow recovers the initial negative position).4) Adding an ADU is a slow process.

This week the FED outshined expectations and instead of a .25 basis point reduction they cut it by .50% which is huge for home buyers! We are off to the races and it’s now or never to find a home and put in an offer....

Slow and steady still wins the race. 

They might move very slow though.. 

As such, one of the things I enjoy doing is doing deep due diligence on deals and sharing those deals that pass with everyone to make it easier to take that first step.

STR hosts, what's your go-to strategy for filling up bookings during slow seasons?

Appreciation has slowed and even flattened in markets which means there isn't free money any more.  

Building up funds, fostering relationships, and learning skills takes YEARS.I think you have a great mindset and are asking the right questions, but take a deep breath and enjoy being young.