If you have  / can find suitable land (topography and zoning can be an issue), have access to the necessary capital (more expensive), can be more patient with the timelines (new builds will take quite a bit longer, especially on multi units, and dont' forget to factor in possible weather delays), and enjoy the process of designing something from nothing - GO FOR IT.One big caveat: make sure you have the RIGHT General Contractor who really understands new construction.

@Sarah Kensinger don t forget investors can build and triple net lease their properties via a long term lease to management companies and enjoy all the benefits of passive investing.You are right .management companies who are responsible for taxes , insurance and maintenance, will make sure the property and furnishings( which they paid for) are well taken care of.

Because we do automate, automate, and automate some more, we have time to enjoy life and give guests the little extras.

Friday nite and I'm gonna enjoy it.

You can even enjoy it yourself a week or so every year :)

Property needed a lot of work and I enjoy restoring older homes.

Property needed a lot of work and I enjoy restoring older homes.

Alternative w2 maybe with benefits or something opposite of doing it on your own a hybrid of sorts that you can enjoy?

It's a chance to build equity in a property while potentially enjoying lower monthly payments.Additionally, owning a home with a VA loan is a great opportunity to get into the housing market with favorable terms.

Do you want to have monthly cash flow to be able to enjoy things with your family/friends?