The same goods you bought in 1980, with the notable exceptions of tuition and healthcare, are cheaper today, adjusted for inflation and wages.

I've spent 20 years in healthcare who would I get started in that?

I would sell about half of united healthcare that in reality didn't do bad, so I wouldn't be losing there and losing stocks the other half for tax purposes. 

Here are the advantages and disadvantages of a reverse mortgage.ProsBorrower doesn’t need to make monthly payments toward their loan balanceProceeds can be used for living and healthcare expenses, debt repayment and other billsFunds can help borrowers enjoy their retirementNon-borrowing spouses not listed on the mortgage can remain in the home after the borrower diesBorrowers facing foreclosure can use a reverse mortgage to pay off the existing mortgage, potentially stopping the foreclosureConsBorrower must maintain the house and pay property taxes and homeowners insuranceForces you to borrow against the equity in your home, which could be a key source of retirement fundsFees and other closing costs can be high and will lower the amount of cash that is availableHere is a detailed blog on, Everything you need to know about reverse mortgages. https://www.bankrate.com/mortg...All the best!

My wife and I have great W2 jobs in healthcare.

. $25k is a good number.Across the lake, here In Metro Detroit we see canadians having success with low risk, high roi deals such as below.Purchase: $80k-$130kRent: $1200-$1500ROI: 10-14%Cash flow: $250-$350/doorAppreciation: Double digit (for past 10 years, will gladly send data)Location: C, B- (suburbs and certain markets)We have over a dozen Fortune 500 companies just in Metro Detroit with huge Healthcare, Auto, mortgage, Amazon fulfillment, and more jobs.

I also have a Roth IRA which I max out every year (6K), 401K, investing my healthcare saving account, life insurance permanent, and real estate.

Wondering if you all know of this web platform (nursesbnb)  that gives high quality professional renters for your rental property. The usual stay is two to three month at a time.  You worry less about illegal parties ...

The price/rent ratios are unbeatable is solid blue collar locations.My personal rental portfolio is here and cash flows extremely well and is low maintenance.Purchase: $80k-$130kRent: $1200-$1500ROI: 10-14%Cash flow: $250-$350/doorAppreciation: Double digit (for past 10 years, will gladly send data)Location: C, B- (suburbs and certain markets)We have over a dozen Fortune 500 companies just in Metro Detroit with huge Healthcare, Auto, mortgage, Amazon fulfillment, and more jobs.The bad reputation comes from OOS investors wanting $20k D market properties.

Lots of healthcare professionals live in Wauwatosa, so lower risk tenants there.