I guess my procrastination skills are slipping! 

You have to value your time, leverage your skills, and execute a long or short term play. 

So, you’re at someone else’s expertise, decision making, experience, analytical skills, information flow, managerial capacity, oversight, etc.  

You cannot just casually start this medical expense plan, it's not an IRA.

There is still a trickle of traveling medical professionals, but I see a lot of relocation needs.

During the 2008 financial crash, low paid, low skilled workers were laid off in droves.

As a wholesaler, having the first look at a property is a cool perk of the skill set. checking to see if the numbers work comes first, but secondly if not first part A, how will the property be managedAnyone investing in multifamily out of state, what’s the difference between the different amount of units?

Plus, house hacking with a VA loan’s benefits (no down payment, low interest) is a no-brainer.After a year, transitioning into BRRRR with single-family homes makes sense, especially since you’re working on your real estate license—it’ll sharpen your skills and help you spot opportunities.

I learned some deep skills that will be useful in other realms.This isn't so much "bird dogging," with them giving you some scraps for bringing them business. 

Look into getting into a skilled trade as an electrician or a plumber Work more spend less.$10,000 might seem like a lot to you and it is to your circumstances but its doable.Good Luck!