Now that I have skin in the game, I'm definitely feeling the policy decisions impact me more so than ever. 

I'd also suspect that as an owner-occupant, one might be able to skirt strict STR laws, and rent out a primary in an extremely in-demand market, especially in the near-term (think collecting huge fees seasonally around CU football games the next few years). 

What I mean by this is the entire game of REI has now vaulted into the top 10-20% of W2 folks, but really the top 5% mainly the top 1-3%.

Focusing on areas that will appreciate well is super important, as equity down the line becomes a huge game changer when growing your portfolio.

We do lots of JV and have found that the best relationships are where everybody has "skin" in the game.

But I made sure to establish my team first before I decided to put offers out.

A mili is okay when I'm established, but I only got so many bullets to shoot first. 

Randy  Thank you for sharing such valuable information—utilizing RentecDirect.com for streamlined tenant management and having go-to vendors for efficiency sounds like a game-changer.

It is based on the trust that payment will be made in the future.Why establish business credit?

Rel estate investing is a long term game.