However, they let me go in July 2023, so I’m focusing on growing my real estate business.

Looking for feedback on an approach to help grow my hospitality portfolio.   

The couple living there was elderly when I was growing up, and we recently found out that they passed away a couple years ago.

.✅ Hands-On Experience – If you plan to grow your real estate portfolio, managing tenants yourself can teach you valuable lessons about leases, maintenance, and local rental laws.✅ More Control – You’ll personally handle tenant screening, rent collection, and property upkeep, ensuring everything is done to your standards.✅ Stronger Tenant Relationships – Being involved directly allows you to build rapport with your tenants, which can lead to better communication and longer leases.Cons of Self-Managing❌ Time-Consuming – Dealing with maintenance requests, late-night emergencies, and tenant disputes can quickly become a second job.❌ Legal Risks – Chicago has strict landlord-tenant laws.

Florida has a number of great markets that work well for investment properties, and a  number that no longer work.There are a few Florida markets that are still in the top growing markets in the country. 

If anyone is curious I had about $9k collecting dust that is my little "RE Developer" fund and I right now it is up to $11k and growing.

@Surya S KumaresanYou're in a great position to grow your real estate portfolio in Atlanta, a market with strong appreciation and rental demand.

. • Grow your reputation.The Bottom Line: Real estate isn’t just about houses; it’s about PEOPLE.

Ocala is definitely growing and can get great deals in comparison to the rest of FL.

It really comes down to investing in a growing market, in a good neighborhood & building a great team to support you.