This will help you understand your options and decide if it's the right time to hire a pro. 

Start by deepening your understanding of CRE fundamentals, including net operating income (NOI), cap rates, and lease structures like triple net (NNN).

Start networking with local agents and investors for insights, and talk to a lender to get pre-approved to understand your budget.

That being said it’s worth understanding what’s working locally as your next step varies jurisdiction to jurisdiction.

You don't need to know everything to get started; you need a foundation to build on, and the rest will come through experience and then refining your education.You can build a basic understanding of investing in 3-6 months.

I don't understand why you've owned an investment for 27 years and only cash flow $600 a month.

That's the first place to start.I can tell you what to invest in and where - but you won't listen unless you really understand this business first.

I don't know the Baltimore market but have a friend who is a very savvy investor there and maybe he would do some coaching to help you understand which way is up.

This is something I aim to understand more about.

I understand why some people may not like this... but for me, I don't want the hype and platform sales. i want real usable content.