So, I wanted to get your advice on how should I proceed based on my goals.I'm pretty much starting out in the REI industry but have been educating myself for the past 3 years, listening to podcasts, masterminds, meetups, etc...

I've been a developer for nearly 20 years and am now spending a majority of my time helping to educate people like you so that you can become the developers in your communities! 

Good day All,We are educating ourselves on various real estate strategies and using our small business to jump-start the journey.

Especially with AI becoming a bigger player, I'd love to hear how it's specifically helped your business.For example, have you used any AI-powered tools for:Identifying properties for investors?

So I would find an inspector that knows their limits as an inspector and also one that lets you know how they are keeping up with their education so you know if what they share is current. 

EDUCATE YOURSELF - yes, it will take time, but will lead to a selection that better meets your expectations & avoids potentially costly surprises!

I am educating myself on CRE.

I went and reviewed a webinar from August 2023 where he noted he got out of a lot of real estate investing and investing in five categories: Ecommerce 33%, educational masterminds 55% (and lists them), broadway musical and very minor in real estate and crypto.

Contact a local civil engineering firm , they know all the players .

It's an education process.When you sit with the new lessees to sign, go over all of this so they understand the process.