Some people don't like having others around but I've found I really don't mind it if I choose the right person.  

Any way  so in a short hand way I agree with you on stopping to smell the roses when your young enough to do it.. but many simply dont have those choices they choose a job that they must keep at until they can retire and maybe  a week vacation to Hawaii or go party at Vegas is some highlights. 

Just like target doesn't drop their fee cause you want to pay less......you can go to a cheaper place like Wal-Mart if you choose.

Your post is under the house-hacking section, do you plan to house-hack and live in this property that you purchase in Jacksonville.If you are planning to live here in Jacksonville, it is important to choose a good neighborhood that you would enjoy living in.I personally like the 5 points/riverside, San Marco and Southside/Baymeadows area.These areas have more resturants/activities than other parts of Jacksonville in my opinion.

.#1 Better Location Selection:Single-family homes with ADUs provide more flexibility in choosing prime locations within these markets.

I value friendship more than money You can choose your friends , you cant choose your neighbors . 

Many investors from around the world are choosing to invest in the Midwest because of the lower barrier to entry and yearly cash returns making more sense in these lower priced markets.

Way to pay it forward from a guy who taken some tough knocks and knows the game.....I've been doing this too, and I would advise you to choose your mentorees carefully...some people will not do the work and expect you to give them everything.

Now the individual may choose to send their own reports to multiple parties, but that is their obligation.

@Ashley GuerraTo build a profitable portfolio in South Jersey, choose a single-family house (SFH) approach with closeness to schools and safer areas, or a multi-family home (MFH) strategy using FHA loans, seller financing, partnerships, or responsible leverage of family home equity.