To deepen my understanding, I've also picked up David Greene’s book on the topic.I genuinely look forward to connecting with seasoned investors in this community and learning from their real-life experiences.

I've shifted from trying to economize in everything in life to seeing that oftentimes it's well worth it to pay for the full service experience, no nickel-and-diming.

I separated from the military in 2021 with full disability benefits, a transition that fundamentally changed my outlook on life.

Explore my personal favorites, Set For Life by Scott Trench or The Total Money Makeover by Dave Ramsey, for invaluable financial insights.3.

Regarding the Zelle versus Avail issue, I would advise choosing your battles wisely - as with many aspects of life.

For the right people with the right perspective, it could be a great way to diversify your investment and enhance your quality of life. 

It can make life easier when it comes to having to make a business decision and think with your head, rather than your heart. 

One door will not change your life financially, at least not right away.

Explore my personal favorites, Set For Life by Scott Trench or The Total Money Makeover by Dave Ramsey, for invaluable financial insights.3.

Hey @Dalton Foote - I highly suggest  using a renovation loan and house hacking a multi-family if that is possible with your current life circumstances.The 203k and homestyle renovation loans are just amazing products and drastically help you reduce your risk, in my opinion, because you are able to leverage the cost of the entire renovation with such a low down payment loan.We work with a lot of clients who use these products in Chicago, and no matter what, in the long term, they gain great equity.If you aren't able to house hack - the process is essentially the same, but just with more money down with hard money or conventional construction loan.