There are neighborhoods across the US where you can take these vintage properties, undertake complete renovations with all new mechanicals, roof etc. and come away with a properties  that costs far less than building the identical building with todays costs.  

I regularly see promotors selling lots in beautiful communities for $40,000-$100,000 in Texas. 

We lack the experience of you and your husband, but there are a couple of groups that meet regularly in the area.Impact Lindale is run by Roger Paschal, he is also a member of Bigger Pockets.

Perhaps identical except for one big difference, billionaires invest in bitcoin / crypto.

S8 rent is much higher than the regular rent and helps cash flow a lot on numbers.

Just FYI :-)Yeah I know Simpson makes a structural screw for hangers now, with a hex head, but I’ve been seeing a lot of regular deck screws used lately and obviously if they’re not structural they don’t have the shear strength needed to support a deck.

Attending local meetups, analyzing deals regularly, and continuing education would position you for long-term growth.Good luck!

The sales pitch was that inner circle members get access to exclusive deals like hard money loans, 1% ownership opportunities in various investments / funds, and joint ventures as well as regular educational trainings.

Plus you’re moving regularly.

Your best bet is probably to get your real estate license and start actively being a real estate professional or buy a STR in your market that you can physically be at on a regular basis.