But people make the mistake of pulling equity with an old furnace and then that comes up in the dead of winter.

Private investment funds allow you to invest alongside a small group of other investors, while REITs offer publicly traded stocks that represent an ownership stake in a larger pool of properties around the world.Commercial real estate has always been considered an "alternative investment," but it is fast becoming more mainstream.

That said, stock pools are inexpensive but I'm not sure they are anything more than visual candy for your listing - and perhaps more hassle and most adults won't look at that anything like a hot tub experience. 

After about a year of dead ends through the MLS, I was referred to my agent from a buddy who had purchased 2 SFH's using him.

Our kitchen is fully stocked with about 50 spices and seasonings.

How much stock has Re/Max awarded you for selling real estate?  

@Ana Vhan you can go the retail route and invest in REITs on the public markets, or invest in homebuilder stock. 

I'd like to sell one of my rentals and put the proceeds into stocks instead, but if the tax hit is too high, I'd do a 1031 exchange.  

Even 'builder templates' or stock plans will require their own trip through the City for permitting.

I can offset stock capital gains with stock losses.