@Caria MitchellI looked further into this topic and I stand corrected.

I can point you in any direction if you have specific questions or need more information on a topic its funny how note investing is Soup De Jour these days on BP.. 10 years ago no one even mentioned it..  

Again, the BiggerPockets store has some books on this topic, or you can learn about it by watching podcasts, reading blogs, and interacting on the forum.

Again, the BiggerPockets store has some books on this topic, or you can learn about it by watching podcasts, reading blogs, and interacting on the forum.

Feel free to reach out if you have any questions.https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/432/topics/1013061-sect...

I plan to never pay tax on the appreciation with the current tax rules (1031, die with step up basis, etc).Best wishesYou are way off topic.

Again, the BiggerPockets store has some books on this topic, or you can learn about it by watching podcasts, reading blogs, and interacting on the forum.

Per this NY Times article, the average American knows around 600 people.https://www.nytimes.com/2013/02/19/science/the-average-american-knows-how-many-people.html#:~:text=The%20average%20American%20knows%20about,do%20you%20know%20named%20Kevin%3FPer the US Census Bureau, the average American moves 11.7 time in their life, which based upon an approximate lifespan of 84 years, works out to be about every 7 years.https://www.census.gov/topics/population/migration/guidance/calculating-migration-expectancy.html#:~:text=Using%202007%20ACS%20data%2C%20it,one%20move%20per%20single%20yearSo, if the average American knows 600 people and they each move about every 7 years, that means that the average American knows around 85 people that move in any given year.How many of those moves do you want to be involved in?

making $150 net in month 1 because a spreadsheet said so is fantasy.here's a fantastic thread about 'cash flow' investing from California - i highly recommend it.https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/48/topics/1159104-overl...i say all this not to be discouraging but to be realistic - hope it helps

A tidy profit, plus confidence to tackle the next project solo.On the topic of self-directed IRAs: While they’re fantastic for gaining experience and diversifying into real estate over time, they can feel restrictive if your main goal is scaling quickly.Here’s what I’d focus on:Using Equity Wisely: A HELOC or cash-out refinance could unlock funds to pursue a flip or duplex without touching your 401(k).Partnering Smartly: Your realtor friend sounds like a great resource.