Even if you only averaged 2.8% appreciation annually, which if you've had it 20 years I have no clue how that's true given prices have well more than doubled in that time, youre skipping over the fact that you have been benefiting from that appreciation on the ENTIRE house, not just the % you paid for.  

If they get married it will help her earn SS benefits, etc etc. 

A revocable trust offers excellent estate planning benefits but provides limited liability protection and no tax advantages, while irrevocable trusts provide stronger protection but less flexibility.

While short-term rentals in areas like Kissimmee, Florida, can pay for themselves and offer lifestyle benefits, the ROI typically doesn’t match what I see from my traditional portfolio of long-term rentals in North Texas.That said, short-term rentals can still be a great choice, especially if you're drawn to the area and the opportunity to combine personal use with investment income.

Real estate syndication investing is still quite valuable as it can offer higher Returns than investing in public REITs but not as high returns as direct ownership and management of real estate by some experienced people, but with the benefit of being far more passive, than direct ownership/management. 

He also does solar deals that are out of this world in Hawaii but you need to be a Hawaii resident to get the full benefit.. what size are those developments?  

It will familiarize you with the basic terminology and benefits.

There are some benefits to having an LLC on reduced liability, but there are more expenses. 

I just acquired one from a PM where they were charging a tenant a resident benefit package and a building protection plan.  

Either way, with rent and price appreciation, tax benefits, holding long term is a net worth exploder.