REI is filled with lots of shiny objects and you will success stories from all these different investing methods and it can be hard to stick to a path.

Are there any trees in the path of the sewer line?

He can get you on the right path.

In my opinion, the easiest path to investing in real estate is house hacking a 2-4 unit multi-family property.You have the right idea of getting around other like-minded investors. 

It wasn’t an easy path—in 2014, I even filed for bankruptcy while trying to launch a business.

🌲🏕️ 🔹 114 acres of outdoor fun, developed in two phases:🔹 Phase 1 (60 acres) breaks ground in mid-2025, opening fall 2026🔹 Budget: $8.7M for design, permits & Phase 1 construction 🏞️ What to Expect in Phase 1:✅ 1-acre dog park (separate areas for big & small dogs) 🐕 ✅ Bike trails & nature-based playground 🚴‍♀️ ✅ Scenic rest areas, restrooms & picnic shelter🏕️ ✅ Multi-use path along Eastfield Rd + parking 🚗 📍 Location: 13729 Eastfield Rd, Huntersville, NC 28078 📊 Real Estate Snapshot (28269): 🏡 Avg Home Price: $384,732 (+5.1% YoY) 🏠 Avg.

And welcome to BP.I think you are on the right path. 

Of course, he flamed out after a couple of years, but he followed some of the path you outlined.

That being said an additional $500,000 would not stray me from this path. 

Good luck in whichever path you choose to follow!