The end of the world would be selling this to buy a cheaper asset than needs more work, do this all over again, to make the same money and lose a better asset.Slow down and work on this property and the rents and the maintenance, and also enjoy living there.

Also, running a flip with no money and hoping you get a good return with all the other stuff going on in the background starts to add stress, and you end up not enjoying it.

AlabamaAlabama residents enjoy a low cost of living and a thriving economy.

I'm particularly passionate about rental, fix-and-flip family and multi-unitsOutside of real estate, I enjoy nature photography.

Because this is the business we've built together, we enjoy working together, we each have roles that reduce the work load on the group and personally I like that the risk is spread out.

I'm Carl from SoCal.Outside of real estate, I enjoy golfing and building things around the house.Excited to learn and connect with you all!

I hope you enjoy small towns that lack diversity.I am sure Dayton has some real estate meetups.

Police drive by occasionally and see 3-4 people standing outside smoking. 

I travel to the RRG often for outdoor activities I enjoy.

Here are some quick stats to consider:Tangible Asset: Real estate is a physical asset you can see and touch, which can provide peace of mind.Cash Flow: About 33% of homeowners rent out their properties, generating consistent income through rent.Appreciation: Real estate appreciates by about 3-5% per year, while the stock market averages around 10% but with more volatility.Tax Benefits: Investors enjoy deductions on mortgage interest, property taxes, and depreciation.Control: You can actively manage and improve your property to increase its value.Just take it step by step, and you might find real estate is less risky than it seems.