Multiple, billion dollar companies are investing heavy in our area, such as Intel, Google, and Amazon.

Yes, we also make sure there are multiple exits.

I have had multiple buyers over the years not pay any closings costs and only have to pay for their down payment because the sellers paid. 

Note that I am also a real estate agent as well as an investor/builder/developer, so I have multiple ways to monetize a postcard response. 

Yeah if you choose more security over less work, then having multiple accounts seems to be the way to go. 

The real estate investor has advertised on this site, and continues to advertise joint ventures and private money deals in multiple states.

We have not had an issue with multiple listings on different Airbnb accounts before. 

Besides my current rent, I still have to pay an additional $1~2000 for the mortgage, etc.Pros:Better financing rates than for investment propertiescan manage it myself to save the PM feehaving my own place without worrying about rent increasesCons:May only afford a small townhome or apartment, not sure if I still want to live there after 5 yearOption 2: Investing in Out-of-State Multifamily PropertiesI could use my cash to invest in several multifamily properties out of state and use the cash flow to cover my rent.Pros:Potential to spread risk across multiple propertiesThe cashflow can cover my rent, maybe have extra leftCons:Additional costs for property managementLimited potential for appreciationHave no experience in managing OOS property, and I am afraid it will be annoyingI’d love to hear your thoughts or any advice you might have.

I've spoken with multiple real estate agents, property managers, and investors who have all noticed the same thing. 

This 5 year plan allows me to test multiple different strategies of REI, learning lots along the way, and help me figure out what my "niche" is.Just thinking out loud here haha but I appreciate your comments to inspire me to further think through my real estate journey!