Is there any advice for me that I could start doing now to get a head start on my career?

Your biggest challenge will be what to do when something goes wrong: nonpaying tenants, maintenance, mother nature damage, etc.Recommend you include these in any management agreement you sign, so you're not overcharged when you need these services.

How are these changes playing out in your day-to-day hosting operations?

Find something most everyone enjoys that is also unique to your community.

Quote from @Drew Sygit: It's like first responders: people don't really care about what they do until they need them. 

Its a lot of work so it needs to be worth it. 

It strongly touts no debt DSTs.

You’re asking the right questions, and it’s great to see you thinking strategically.My Take on Your SituationSince you already own a rental and want to expand your portfolio, your main decision points are:1.How to pull equity to fund your next deal2.Whether to transfer your current rental into an LLC3.How to position yourself for long-term growthHere’s how I’d approach it:HELOC vs.

Be honest and do the math.

As a seasoned real estate agent and investor across Indiana and Florida, your expertise is impressive!