I know this could mean switch to another job to keep learning my trade or taking courses on project management.

My focus areas include multifamily properties, buy-and-hold strategies, and fix-and-flip projects in emerging markets.I'm seeking advice from experienced investors in this community regarding promising states and cities for multifamily investments, fix-and-flip opportunities, and buy-and-hold strategies.

In the land business out west especially low value desert land pretty much all of those deals are traded with QC ( Quit Claim) Deeds prepped by the seller and mailed in to record.

it seems like a confluence of factors have made it difficult to get started - there is lots of competition for deals, both on and off market; money is expensive; the trades are booked up forever; etc. 

Network to find a great PM or trades.

Another option would be to trade or leverage another property for a portion of the payouts. 

Are you ready to deal with tenants, handle emergency repairs, and manage the day-to-day running of the property?

Side jobs are few and far between in my line of work but I do currently options trade the spy index when I see the proper entry.

I like a HELOC for an emergency fund, as well. 

In the mid-2000's, we saw Tulsa's emerging real estate market and had the opportunity to expand into the market where we have formed our division, TMC Property Management.