I know there is always the option of finding my first deal out of the city (in-state/not in LA or out of state), however, would like it to be local (might even be a live in situation with tenants for a year while I plan for my second door).My broad goals (being a newb, I’m sure the finer details will come with time):Long-term (next 5-10 years): “Retire” from my low $100Ks career with a diversified portfolio compromised of real estate (primary) and investments through 401K + supplemental Roth IRA (secondary).

I currently work in the film/tv industry but really like the idea of supplemental and passive income through real estate.

Are you looking for long-term generational wealth or just some side cash to supplement your current salary?

Gas is cheaper if not supplemented by solar, but with a total cost of $6/month for the electric dryer it is not very significant.  

Create a supplemental income stream for retirement.

Don't forget about REITS also, They all got beaten down during the pandemic and I think will be hurting through early next year, good way to supplement physical real estate investments.. pays you dividends also.If your investing in Northern VA the cash flow is a little disappointing for how much your paying but you get it back in the appreciation.

Long term goal is to create an investment portfolio to supplement what I have built outside of real estate and create a legacy to pass on to my kiddos. 

Use your LOC to get some base funds and then use hard money to supplement.

I am a new to Bigger Pockets as well as a new investor looking to buy and hold with a first goal to supplement/ match my wife’s income and then go from there.

Are you looking for long-term generational wealth or just some side cash to supplement your current salary?