Mfh is an unfair game because you need a partner to help you with the experience question when getting a commercial loan.

A simulator/game could really help with that.

With rent control in NJ, yeah, it’s mostly a waiting game if tenants don’t leave.

But by coming together with others, one can get in the game and put their money to work in these bigger, potentially greater return deals without having to do it solo.

Your story proves that being in the game creates opportunities you can’t plan for.

You are right about dark web exposure.

Owning a duplex at 20 is a huge accomplishment, and it’s inspiring to see you’re already planning your next move.From my perspective, real estate investing is a long-term game focused on building equity, paying down debt, and maintaining stability over chasing short-term cash flow.

In this game, sticking to one property type is your fastest path to mastery.

You don't want to be so focused on getting into the game that you leverage the start of your entire life just to do it.

So it's a waiting game for that property until you have enough to do a cash out refi.