While it does offer stability in rental income, there can also be frustrations, especially around dealing with inspections and bureaucracy.

With the new commission rules you can stay flexible with an offer of buyer agent commission, rather than having to commit to a certain percentage going to the buyer agent upfront. 

I see a lot of potential in your situation, and I’d love to offer some insights based on my own experience and what I’ve seen work for others in your shoes.A couple of years ago, a freind of mine, also a sole provider for his family, faced a similar dilemma.

Unsolicited phone call offering to buy a condo I own 500 miles away in Texas panhandle.  

So I'm always able to offer a lower rates and fees and still make a decent living.

Found it on Zillow the first day it was listed, and got under contract same day (offered over asking).

I knew some of the top court house guys and they did volume 50 to 80 deals a year  average profit on those given the Uber competition and having to pay HML rates was 20 or less..

@Gregory Banks I can offer some practical advice and referrals.

4) What you are offering?

But for those who do, it offers an opportunity to be part of something transformational—creating a model where real estate serves as a tool for building people, communities, and lasting value.I’d love to hear from others who’ve worked on long-term, mission-driven projects.