The only difference is one is priced on daily basis and one is not.

I have yet to do a 1031 exchange or a cost segregation study (I'd like to see how this plays out long term when selling or doing a 1031 exchange into a different property) or expense business travel/mastermind/classes. 

It has been best to anticipate wildly different ARVs based on not only the property details, but also the quality of the finishes that are used.

It really makes a difference when you use pros that specialize in REI and how they can help your money work for you. 

If I am putting that money to work with investments and not spending it what’s the difference if I use it for real estate to fuel my retirement or my 401K.

I agree, the podcasts have made a difference in my knowledge of real estate. 

You're past that part but small changes make a big difference if ____ happens. 

I believe addressing the root cause will be far more effective than having two different property management companies trying to manage under one roof.

I have access to a $500,000 HELOC but live in Fort Lauderdale, where property prices are high, and cash flow opportunities seem tough to find.I’m considering different strategies like:BRRRR or flips (but concerned about high acquisition costs)Out-of-state investing (but hesitant about managing from afar)House hacking (but not sure if it makes sense given my situation)For those who’ve started in high-cost markets, what strategies worked for you?

But this is exact same risk anyone who is in rental business has to take, it's not different from it.