The real issue you should address up front is what does the seller want?

If you're working on other projects during that time, it could create an issue, as it would for any employer.Why not be upfront with your boss and let them know you're planning to get your real estate license?

Hiring a good property manager may cost more upfront, but it’s often the better long-term choice, especially if you want to avoid burnout or costly mistakes.Happy to dive deeper into any of these points if it helps!

It's called Lifetime Cash Flow.

Cash Flow Management: If you take out additional debt, it's crucial to have a plan for managing your cash flow. 4.

Understand how to "add value" to the property and evaluate cap rates, IRR, cash on cash returns. 

To minimize upfront costs, explore down payment assistance programs, creative financing strategies like seller financing, or rent-to-own agreements. 

Do you prioritize equity growth or cash flow in your investments?

Those holding cost will certainly add up over time and kill any cash flow.

On my new builds we hit the double cash on cash in certain markets sometimes its only 50%.