Its business and you should conduct yourself in such a manner.I really don’t care what your kids would say because I am the person that takes care of this property.

Plus, the unit ends up being 2X the cost, with tenants destroying the units.With section 8, you want to find tenants will be there for a long time and take care of the units...

@Sharad Bagri  Lots of people say "as long as the payments are being made on time, the lender won't care." 

I rely on personal care assistants (PCAs) for daily help, which are fortunately covered by government benefits.

It’s a complex situation that requires careful consideration.  

I don't care if the market is up, down or sidewise, I'm still a buyer. 

Developing a strong network of individuals who care about bettering themselves, their family, their communities and especially helping out anyone who wants to make more of themselves.

Given your experience managing 138 doors, you already have a significant advantage in understanding tenant needs, property maintenance, and financial planning.Key tips:Focus on personal finances: Keep building excellent credit and maintaining healthy reserves.Financing: Explore loan options like conventional, or DSCR loans to maximize your purchasing power.Location: Research neighborhoods with strong Section 8 demand and landlord-friendly regulations.Due diligence: Analyze properties carefully, factoring in rehab costs, property management, and cash flow potential.Your expertise and willingness to learn put you in a strong position—best of luck!

PS been a CA RE broker since 77 I think.. and I dont sell RE any more but if I got back into working with the public ( I only sell properties i own).

There are companies out there that have 0 skin in the game and are just referral sources and there are others who are vertically integrated so they own/manage the entire process from start to finish.