I recommend you figure out what you want to do, then actually do it to see if you enjoy it, have some skills, etc.

Wade executed the very first “non-profit only” government non-performing note trade with HUD.

Start by leveraging your skills to identify undervalued properties, perform cost-efficient renovations, and build sweat equity.

From using data to identify emerging markets to building tools that automate property analysis or management, your skills could really give you an edge.

I am more likely to take a risk, but i suspect when my husband is out from under a controlling baby mama, he won’t mind a little risk either.I love Texas, try to vacation there often and my husband is aligned with Texas farm property as a ten year long term goal.I’m also passionate about the trades and if i could do it all again I’d be part owner of some kind of builder or remodeler or specialty trades business. 

The price-to-rent ratios are generally unfavorable, and a shortage of skilled tradespeople and reliable property management can hinder the success of buy-and-hold rental investments.

But day trading is a job at best and a nightmare at worst. 

@Anthony KolbuszBRRRR method is a fantastic strategy, especially with your trade experience.

Maybe any wholesalers, investors, fix&flippers, landlords willing to share any experience.I am a fast learner and willing to provide my business, trade for trade, to learn how to acquire my first property whether that would be a small 4-8 unit building or start big with a 20-unit building. 

I would recommend starting in your backyard and hone your skills if its possible, I know some markets have an extreme HCOL which may make it unfavorable in your case.