SBA will loan on real estate correct I believe I have heard that is a good strategy do you have an opinion there?

It’s easy to get caught up in the excitement of a potential deal, but skipping this step can lead to costly mistakes.Getting your real estate license is also a solid strategy just realize once you have a license wholesaling may not be in the cards as its a very gray area.Lastly, since you're planning to buy properties for yourself in 2026, start laying the groundwork now.

Too many people, especially lately, are looking at section 8 as a bulletproof or superior strategy. 

Some properties—especially those in high-demand rental markets or with room for value-add strategies—can exceed an 8% annual return when factoring in both cash flow and appreciation.

Whatever you buy you likely won’t keep it down the line as you better define your investment strategy, so my advice is to pick an asset that’s going to teach you the most in the quickest amount of time.

. :)Anyway, I like your strategy of driving and looking for houses in need of repair and sending handwritten letters and contacting rentals for the reasons you gave.

In houses, MFH and other REI you’re looking at Cashflow or appreciation strategies.  

This is often more difficult to find but one strategy would be to talk with STR investors who are active in the market there. 

Our established process provided the financial backing to secure the property, enabling Debra to focus on the resale strategy.

Being a subject matter expert and having a clear strategy is far more important than picking a market.