Hey Themis, it sounds like you already have a solid foundation in real estate from working in the commercial industry, so it should be a pretty smooth transition into doing your own investments.I would put a lot of focus on building out your team of contractors.

I don’t think so, but I’m interested in seeing the evidence if you can produce any. 

So, get busy on your listings. 

I don’t see where a rental would make sense, so I’m trying to look at other options to cover the monthly payments until the market goes back up.  

I am interested in buying a long-term turnkey property in a nice area (I live in San Diego so this property would have to be out of state).

I am the Vice President of OmniKey Realty, and I would highly recommend scheduling a tour with my investment team if you haven't already done so.

Hello @Benjamin Blunt,Great advice on here so far.

So 5 years for you to retire?  

Any good area so you recommend for buying a rental property ? 

After a year or so they then sell the property and do a 1031 exchange.