Make sure you do your research. 

@Nedim Tokman 90% of people that buy courses - never do any investing to use them:(I have paid for courses in the past, with the understanding that I was paying to get the info faster than I could research it myself. 

I'm glad to hear you've got an interest in providing AH, but have you researched any S8 properties in your market or walked the neighborhoods where those properties are located?

Entering the real estate market with $10,000 is not only possible–but it can be achieved through innovative investment avenues like FRACTIONAL Real Estate investing or investing in TAX LIENS - research these two options. 

Then just yesterday, I come across the 1099 / 1099-NEC form requirements online from my own research.

I do have a CPA and she said she needs to research this so I wonder if anyone here knows anything about prepaying the tax that's supposed to be due by the end of 2026.

That's what I'm thinking too but I haven't seen this anywhere in my research so wanted to check in with the community.

So far, my research shows a good mix of demographics, population, incomes, AND the crime stats seem pretty low... lower than the national average.Anyone investing in Appleton, WI and willing to share your thoughts/experience?   

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!

., missing property taxes or HOA fees), unreliable rent estimates, and the time-consuming process of manually calculating metrics like cash flow or ROI.Platform Preference: A web-based platform would work well for in-depth analysis, but a mobile app would be crucial for on-the-go research and quick evaluations, especially when touring properties.Wish-List Features: A tool that integrates local market data (rental demand, appreciation rates, or vacancy rates) and offers scenario modeling (e.g., "What happens if I increase rents by 10%?")