Nathan,I don't mind offering answers but please make sure this is not an "Ego Battle" I am here to help and honestly I am an FDIC Banker - Not a realtor so I am the one who offers the financing.Regardless of 6 months - Yes you can use college from a major university or trade school!

What was the outcome?

What was the outcome?

I want a specialist that's an expert, and not a jack of all trades and master of none.

For me, personally, it's areas that are landlord basic to friendly, strong industry growth or potential growth, and personally I trade/buy/invest in houses that I see inventory pick up but the fundamentals stick meaning it's a great area.

What was the outcome?

@Karolina Powell so you want to trade cashflow for appreciation?

When any calculator or spreadsheet is oriented toward only one outcome (rental for instance) you have what is called "confirmation bias".

Have you thought about trading the fiveplex for a Class B duplex in a Class B neighborhood and move into one of the units and rent out the other??

Why can't you start with some smaller residential or small multifamily commercial properties to get your feet wet, show proof of concept and possibly try to take on larger deals.Or possibly find a local syndication group and become an employee under them learning the trade and finding a mentor in the space.