The main challenge was ensuring the buyer was ready to close immediately, but our pre-listing strategy and efficient processes made this a seamless and successful transaction.

Real estate is a long term wealth building strategy and in that one year you can learn a lot about home improvement and land lording. 

Thank you in advance for any replies.

Consider that a few big expenses (ie. roofs, HVACs, etc) are often taken care of for a little while, since they are replaced as part of the reno in a few of these example properties.Thank you all in advance! 

@Phillip Austin Rent by the room investing is an excellent strategy.

Thanks in advance. 

As for strategies, do you have any other skill set that you can bring to an experienced operator?

This time of the year we are talking about strategy and goals for our REI for next year and frankly, I am not sure where to go from here.

(I apologize in advance if this reply seems a bit lengthy.)

The issues with househacking-type strategies typically arise when you apply for a new loan.