However, smaller projects or certain trades might not require a license.

Sure, they may be able to grow to a very moderate size,  add a few units, or trade up to a larger investment, but as for real scalability: NO.Why?  

A global trade war is seen as the biggest observable risk for 2025, followed by a tech stock plunge and concerns over inflation and bond yields14.

I have absolutely nothing to gain here whatsoever so I'll bow out of the conversation.

Hi, I'm a long time Bigger Pockets fan and a financial advisor/CFP and former tax lawyer by trade.

But, to normalize, the 10-year will eventually trade at a 100-150 bps spread to the FFR.

It's one big gamble on the market trading sideways or up.

I'm more concerned about appreciation and equity so I'm willing to trade the cash flow for it, but I don't want to be in a situation where I'm barely breaking even and the stress that comes with it.Looking for ideas how I can tap into that equity to grow my portfolio but still getting some kind of cash flow to be able to make the monthly payments1.

Truthfully, I loved QB, but I am an accountant by trade.

It’s worth considering the trade-offs between the stability of income and the increased oversight and hoops you'll have to jump through.