You can do both, not an either or, but focus on the one you like the mostRE and CRE are great if done carefully and methodically and with patience, but so is picking individual stocks. 

Take care everyone.

A couple of my clients bought land in Georgetown three years ago when no one paid attention to it; now, they're sitting on equity gains of nearly 40%.

The Texas method is you buy where you buy and you don't care because the CASH FLOW IS THERE.  

A $12k commission may actualy break down to less than minimum wage with brokerage commission splits, taxes, insurance and all expenses factored in.That's why agents are careful to make sure they are going to be paid for their work, if they want to stay in the business.

In contrast, single-family homes attract families with children, who stay an average of five years and take care of the property.

Confirm fireplace has been cared for as part of your quarterly inspection.

You could post photos of a similar asethetic, but be very careful and make it very clear these are placeholder photos. 

Expect, to only get about 8% (or lower) of the properties you buy redeemed.If you pay close attention to the type of property, and do research to protect your interests, the percentage does jump up to about 30%-50% on the properties eligible for two year redemption.

However, be careful about seasoning periods on the new loans.