You have an excellent jump start- the VA loan is such an amazing tool to get the ball rolling.

Monthly Rent Roll is right at $11,000.00.

@Neil Smith,Yes, Traditional IRA can be rolled into Solo 401K.

We’re currently using it for multi-family properties in a few core markets.While redIQ is a much more sophisticated tool that focuses on properties with over 50 units, our system is perfect for properties up to 50 units, providing an efficient solution for managing lead intake and financial analysis without the complexity of larger systems.Here’s how it works:Lead Intake & Processing: Automatically processes broker emails and key documents (OMs, Rent Rolls, T12s, etc.).Quick Review: Evaluates leads based on key metrics like IRR, price per unit, and more.Detailed Analysis: Extracts data from documents, evaluates financials, and identifies additional income sources.Market Research Integration: Automates checks on flood zones, demographics, school quality, etc.Deal Tracking: Uses Google Sheets to visually organize lead data—while not a full database system, it provides a simple and efficient way to store and track deals without the need for a full-fledged database like MongoDB.Financial Analysis: Built-in underwriting and financial modeling with automated reports.In addition to ZCG, I also own a portfolio of properties.

There is a soundproofing drywall quietcrete i think, as well as insulation panels, sound dampening paint, and green glue is a compound that you can roll on as well. likely there is no insulation or it wasnt installed well. air gaps equal noise.  

Im currently in the process of getting it rolled into an actual mortgage since these are rentals.

Be honest—are you waking up early and controlling your day, or are you rolling out of bed and playing catch-up?

I suppose I am wondering how to find interested real estate investors in the area or look for interested agents with input into what my best move would be really get the ball rolling

Paying cash is safe and admirable, but it totally takes away this strongest tool of real estate investing.If I asked you if you could figure out a way to earn a higher rate of return than 7%, then you should be pulling equity out and rolling it into another.

Keeping clean records from day one really helps when tax season rolls around.