I know some parents collect rent, but put it in a special account for when their kid moves out and the kid can use that as a down payment for a home. 

@Arya ChenTo initiate a self-storage deal, work with a specialized broker, preferably from networks like the Self Storage Association or commercial real estate firms.

We specialize in investments, property management and renovations! 

I specialize in helping investors grow their portfolios strategically, and your skill set would be a great asset in this space.Best of luck with whichever path you choose!

@Michael AblanHey Michael,I’m a commercial insurance broker who specializes in multifamily.

(a) Dollar limitations -(3) Special rules for joint returns -(i) In general.

Like: Fully managed by PM or partially managed by PM (like special situations only). 

Some lending institutions have their own special debt service formulas.

It takes a very special relationship to work with someone in such a risky industry. 

When you tell these people that it often takes more than a decade before the investing makes things like that possible, they go looking elsewhere for advice, until they find someone who's willing to sell them what they want to hear.Building relationships, improving your lifestyle, relieving chronic anxiety, creating strong friendships, building bonds with family, work-life balance, delayed gratification, risk-reward management, lifelong financial freedom, all the really good things about REI are often suffocated under the overwhelming need to GENERATE INCOME TO QUIT MY HATEFUL JOB.What's the best thing about investing for me?