@Kenneth Jenkins you forgot to mention owners that expect a PMC to use contractors off Craigslist that are unlicensed, NOT insured and rarely have acceptable experience/skill - but, they quote the "best" price.These same owners will sue a PMC if using these types of contractors results in a tenant lawsuit.

With a 7% interest rate and high HOA fees, the key is evaluating if your skills and investments can generate higher returns elsewhere.

You'll want to work with people who are highly motivated and skilled in their field. 

Having a vision for future projects like the ones you mentioned are great, but learning the ABCs of RE with a small investment (initial down payment - since you only need 3.5%-5% down on a primary) is the best way to sharpen your skills.

A common theme amongst those who are successful scaling a real estate portfolio and affiliate real estate businesses is organization skills that allow for systems to be implemented.

Negotiating seller concessions, networking with local investors, and learning property management skills have been key to finding deals with strong long-term potential.Good luck!

It’s what I used to do for family and business partners—helping them set up projects to scale and run efficiently—and I’m excited to apply these skills to my own portfolio.Let me know if you’d like to connect further and chat about ideas or collaborations.

I do believe analyzing properties is a very crucial skill, so i am putting lots of effort into learning that.

Plus, house hacking with a VA loan’s benefits (no down payment, low interest) is a no-brainer.After a year, transitioning into BRRRR with single-family homes makes sense, especially since you’re working on your real estate license—it’ll sharpen your skills and help you spot opportunities.

Quote from @Marc Winter: Of course, a skill like that is marketable!