I can’t stress enough how important it is to stay focused and avoid some of these common pitfalls early on.Quick thoughts:Find the right Realtor – Make sure they’ve got some skin in the game with househacking or investment experience.Budget = Game Plan – That pre-approval is your marching orders.

Or timeshares which are a deeded ownership structure.I don't know enough about this structure that you are envisioning, but I can't help but assume you are running afoul of something in one area or another that would limit interest.Either too much active ownership in order to satisfy SEC definitions showing it isn't a passive investment.  

FF - I am very active on here.

She is active in that market. 

As an aside, a contractor told me that a property can pass an inspection but once someone is living there and putting daily stress on the house, things can start to malfunction.

Florida states define unlicensed real estate activity as a 3rd degree felony.

Building a reserve, refinancing, and using dedicated accounts for rental income and reserves can help reduce stress and build confidence.Good luck!

There are over 20 active CPAs here in Biggerpockets assisting RE investors with their tax planning.

I'm 24 and have a steady positive cash flow from my active income (a full-time job).

Every contact you know that actively does REI is your new best friend.