While prices are low (under $200k), there's absolutely a rental demand - especially for working class and professional tenants who aren't ready to buy.

Did you work with any real estate professionals (agents, lenders, etc.) that you'd recommend to others?

This was buying dead brands where PROFESSIONALS in those particular industries in question couldn’t avoid bankruptcy and every single major brand in those industries failed to bid even a minimal amount to buy those brand names  - because they knew those brand names were worthless.  

I can use some stock photos of the ski hill or I could get a photographer to take professional photos of the ski hill.

When you work a 9-5 job, you typically rely on colleagues assigned to you.As an investor, you have the OPPORTUNITY to assemble your dream team of professionals who share your ambition and can help you achieve your financial goals.

Readers should seek professional advice.

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Or maybe there's a special sauce for sloppy tax professionals?

Build an SMB on top of your real estate (the reverse of #2)Short-term rentals and high owner-participation real estate businesses can have great returns.Obviously not for you if you just want passive RE.We are in the deep end here, where each case should be judged on its own facts and merits by your CPA.You should hire a professional to review your particular situation before you make an investment.

Top real estate agents are still some of the highest paid sales professionals in the world.