I do wonder though how things would play out if large sums were involved.

I'm particularly passionate about building custom homes and using  the BRRRR method.Outside of real estate, I enjoy ATV riding, playing soccer and basketball and also traveling the world and connecting with new people.Excited to learn and connect with you all!

Akron is not an appreciation play.

The agent also mentioned that there is also the question of foul play that may come up, such as a scam.  

@Aaron Davis My personal experience is that non section 8 tenants don't play well with section 8 tenants.Frank

If there is a potential for loss of any kind, then you are using their funds for your benefit - i.e. gambling with other peoples money - so definitely a place you don't want to go.

Again, this is like playing the lottery.

I feel like I'm folding a pair of pocket aces, but I have to play the game with discipline, or you lose your stake.

So, here at the 6 month check in, here are the things I've been doing since January 2024: *Anchored everything to my WHY, including the motivations and long-term strategy *Joined a local REI group hosted by my church*Researched tax lien investing in Harford County, MD and decided to not play in that space this year*Read a few REI books (Rich Dad Poor Dad, One Rental At A Time, Building Wealth One House at a Time, Wealth Without Cash, Building Real Estate Wealth in a Changing Market)*Subscribed to a bunch of good YouTube channels (BP, ORAAT, Ken McElroy, Coach Carson...)

Minimum bedroom square footage requirements come into play (a quick google search shows Texas having an 80sqft minimum size requirements for a single occupancy bedroom).