Ive read that you must occupy the home at least 1 year before you can rent it out as an investment. 

@Bob Beach Seller financing can be a good option, especially if the buyer is offering above asking and covering agent fees, but it's crucial to structure the deal carefully.

But really read everything here to get started.

I'm unsure what the right path is, but I've been reading about investing in owner-occupied, multi-family properties.

I'm also bringing another investor (Strong) who will take out a loan for the 250 Be careful of the various rules.  

.), spending time with my family, and always continuing to better myself whether that be reading books, being outdoors and exercising, networking, and/or sharpening my skills for my trade.I started my real estate journey in 2021 after a software business I was a partner in had a bad partnership breakup that saw me lose everything (financially). 

Codie Sanchez will get you motivated, I just ordered her new book Main Street Millionaire, but have not read it yet.Sail with the wind, not against it. 

Listening to podcasts and reading quite a few books.

Plan carefully, and you’ll set yourself up for success!

Just search the forums here and you'll read a ton about the program.I tell people it is a tool rather than a strategy.