As for the family project, if you’re okay with a smaller return in exchange for long-term value, it’s worth considering.

I'm currently a grad student, but am looking to invest in multifamily properties outside of CA with my current savings ($25k to 50k, depending on how stocks are going).

I understand the cash situation, so maybe this becomes a stacking/1031 Exchange play.

A Pew Research report found that between 2017 and 2022 - the beginning of the Minneapolis 2040 plan - “housing stock grew by 12% in the city, compared to 4% statewide.

Investment Info: Multi-family residential buy & hold investment located a 20-mile drive or 25-minute ferry ride from downtown Boston in the beach town of Hull, Massachusetts, also known as Nantasket Beach.Purchase price: $550,000 in 2016Cash invested: $137,500 from 1031 exchange (75% mortgage)A 14-unit property on a corner lot, and it includes an adjacent lot as well (10,000 sq ft total lot size, double the town median lot size), giving an exceptionally large patio, yard, parking areas front and back, and a storage shed.

This will incentivize me to sell and buy a better, more expensive property (1031 exchange.)

Real estate investing can be a great idea for several reasons:Potential for Appreciation: Over time, properties often increase in value, allowing investors to build wealth through appreciation.Passive Income: Rental properties can provide a steady stream of passive income, helping to cover expenses and generate cash flow.Tax Benefits: Real estate investors may benefit from various tax deductions, such as mortgage interest, property taxes, and depreciation.Inflation Hedge: Real estate tends to keep pace with or outpace inflation, making it a good hedge against rising costs.Leverage Opportunities: Investors can use financing to purchase properties, allowing them to control larger assets with less capital upfront.Portfolio Diversification: Real estate adds diversification to an investment portfolio, potentially reducing overall risk.Tangible Asset: Unlike stocks or bonds, real estate is a physical asset that you can see and manage, providing a sense of security.Control Over Investment: Investors can influence property value and income through renovations, management decisions, and property improvements.Building Equity: As you pay down a mortgage, you build equity in the property, which can be accessed later through refinancing or selling.Community Impact: Investing in real estate can contribute to community development and improvement, positively impacting neighborhoods.These factors make real estate investing an appealing option for many people looking to grow their wealth and secure their financial future.It really comes down to investing in a growing market, in a good neighborhood & building a great team to support you.

Another common route is borrowing from private lenders—whether friends, family, or other investors in exchange for a return on their investment, though you should always ensure everything is clearly agreed upon in writing.If you're hesitant to use your savings, a HELOC or hard money loan might be your best bet for accessing the capital you need without dipping into your reserves.

He could do an exchange in to a NNN lease, but if that’s not his field of expertise expect a lower income with his deuces work.

It's time to buy stock in smoke detector companies if that is true.I use 10 year lithium radio connected detectors.