@Andrew ThomasSorry you I was shift my focus from purchasing my personal residence to purchasing my first investment property as a realtor you should have access to a program called realist you can easily go in there and search for out-of-state or out of County owners one of the best ways to Market is handwritten envelopes it is almost a guaranteed open versus any other kind of marketing realist has so much information how long people have owned the property with their mortgages Etc I would also try to find as many wholesalers as possible and sign up for their list and look at how they are packaging their properties you will need to go and join some investment clubs a national Club you could potentially join is called Lifestyles Unlimited I'm sure the information they teach is also available on Bigger Pockets at the end of the day if you have a great deal you will always be able to find an investor for it

It’s great that you're exploring private equity as an alternative to traditional lending due to your religious considerations.

It’s completely normal to feel a bit of analysis paralysis, especially when you’re in a position to make a move.The choice between a short-term rental (like Airbnb), long-term rentals, or a duplex comes down to your personal preferences and lifestyle.

I am fortunate that I do not owe on my duplex but we’ve handled selected two tenants that fit with our lifestyle and therefore have the other side rented at under market value.

Financial freedom goes beyond simply replacing your current income—it's about sustaining your lifestyle for life.

Cash is king and I see people make money on a deal and buy a car or spend it on their lifestyle - I did the opposite.

This small business allowed us to quit our jobs for a more flexible lifestyle and supported us for about 5 years.

So my wife and I own a few rental properties but we decided about a year ago that for the time being, we wanted to live a minimalist lifestyle while our two kids are young.

They just expect it to support their lifestyle once they stop working along with some tax deductions. 

This aligns well with your frugal lifestyle and long-term investment goals.Refinancing Now: While this means a higher interest rate and increased mortgage payments, it removes your ex from the mortgage immediately, simplifying your financial situation.