My opinion is a lack of business organization.

Many youtube videos on the concept will help spell it out for you and give you confidence to proceed. 

I would focus on being an agent and building that business.

How did you get into the AI business?

Bigger Pockets is a great place to find a real estate tax accountant.A good real estate accountant can save you thousands of dollars by leveraging entity selection and formation, tax deductions, cost segregations, bonus depreciation and tax planning.I recommend finding an accountant who specializes in real estate taxation, business taxation, financial planning and tax planning.You may want to consider working with your accountant remotely to expand your options.I would also recommend looking for a accountant willing to work with you throughout the year.

Am I giving myself another job/business?

Multi-family properties many times provide a better return per square foot than single family, which would be to your advantage as well.As long as you're mindful of the reinvestment requirements and purchase at least as much as you sold and use all of the proceeds, you shouldn't have any issues with this strategy.

The wife and I are starting a real estate investing business.

Multiple places, then you start reaching commercial territory when you sell and try to move it all as a business.

I remember after the GFC reno planners wanted to attract more regular businesses and get away from gaming.Great thread, thanks