Re-investing that cash will buy you a lot more top-line value, but your cash flow will take a hit for a while.

I'm looking to make smart decisions for 2025, and this seems like a great place to start.

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BiggerPockets is full of resources designed to help you along your journey, whether you are just getting started or a seasoned investor.

But I’m thinking of getting into STR investment and become more active.I’m a complete newbie to short-term rentals (STRs) and eager to wet my feet in this area.

I feel like the initial investment is a little inflated.

I started last year and now I have acquired tow duplexes with two apartment buildings under contract.

Welcome to BP - what strategy are you looking to pursue for your first real estate investment?

And I started investing about 9 years ago at your age (44).

I recognize there are other ways I could invest this cash (including another property) but I am being mindful of levering myself out too much in the current environment where job losses are more common in my industry (tech).