Because they can't make a commission on it. Simple Truths.But you can make a ton of money, if you do it correctly.

Any suggestions on the best ways to make the switch to becoming a full time investor and help grow my family's (and my own) portfolio?

I suspect it will be well used and have high maintenance costs.Software: office of google office, asana, possibly quickbooks (i would normally not suggest for a single rental, but the rent by room compounds things).  

Suggestions? 

Are you suggesting that being crammed in a small hotel room represents a better experience than being in a comfortable homey Airbnb?

From flooding in the Midwest to bomb cyclones on the East Coast, drought in California, the weakened Gulf Stream winds…. all were suggested as risks years ago.i can’t remember 100 mph Santa Ana wind speeds in the 80s, 90s, or 2000s.

Any advice, suggestions or recommendations to honest investor mindset realtors in these markets would be greatly appreciated!! 

It was suggested that we create an operational company that will lease rooms to individuals in recovery.

Anyone have any suggestion for me?

Due to the eviction ban that just keeps getting extended, our lawyer suggested we try offering cash for keys since my mom is suffering emotionally living on the same lot as these people.