Even introducing a moderate amount of debt and purchasing another, OR exchanging out of the existing into a larger higher yielding property type with some debt.

From what I can see around here it is a landlord friendly state so when you turn your prop into a rental you should do well as long as the numbers are good.Acquisition is all about entry price.

You want to talk to friends and family on this, I don't know anyone who would see this on the Internet and be like, yeah, this sounds like exactly what I am looking to do with my money.

At that time, my friend encouraged me to get into real estate with the idea of creating passive income and wealth in future (via appreciation).

I like how some people have said change the word “mentor” with “friend”.

That may be a little too aggressive but I do enjoy landlord friendly states as opposed to the tenant friendly ones.

friends who moved into Dormont so that seems to be an area on the rise.  

Do your research and see what fits you best - best of luck my friend 

Here’s why Oklahoma might be a great market for you:Affordability: Properties in OKC and Tulsa are often under $200K and offer strong rent-to-price ratios.Landlord-Friendly: Simple tenant laws make managing rentals easier.Growing Economy: Job growth in energy, tech, and aerospace fuels rental demand.How to Evaluate Deals:Run the Numbers: Ensure positive cash flow, check cap rates (6–10%), and use tools like the BiggerPockets calculators.Find Deals: Network with local wholesalers or agents, and look for value-add opportunities in stable neighborhoods like Edmond (OKC) or Broken Arrow (Tulsa).Let me know if you’d like tips on analyzing properties or finding deals!

My friend and her adult son have lived in a SFH together for about 20 years.