This would satisfy your retirement desire. 

However, financial freedom isn’t a one-time event; it’s about sustaining your desired lifestyle for the rest of your life.Once you clarify your goals, the next decision is where to invest.Investment Market/CityThe most important investment decision you will make is where to invest.

See the 2020 aerial view below.Very little undeveloped private land is left in the Las Vegas Valley, and desirable areas cost more than $1 million per acre.

Best,WilliamThis introduction highlights your enthusiasm, transparency about your experience level, and desire to connect with others while establishing your goals.

Without knowing KC, I would be hesitant because given the price and rent, I suspect it might be a less desirable area of town—again based on prices in completely unrelated cities.  

sorry for typos. speaking into the Android keyboard leaves a lot to be desired

And most regret it.I'll make the opposite case: it is VERY hard to screw up when buying i.e. a duplex in good condition in a desirable neighborhood and either self-manages or hire a quality PM to manage.To any new investor who is reading this: In real estate cost and risk have an inverse relationship.

In our market, it is probably a bit more desirable to go after smaller multi and of course it depends on the capital you have.   

If you have no desire or ability to go to your own hundreds of thousands dollar investment, why even deal with it?

@Keegan Felix Can empathize with your desire to invest in the dream!