Acquiring a cash flowing property with equity for no net out of pocket expense (or better) is a very powerful way to increase one's net worth.

Maybe wholesale a property, rehab and flip a property, or buy a 4 unit and live in one of the units where you can buy with 5% down instead of 20% thereby increasing your purchasing power.

I'm great with power tools, not so much with computers!

Agents who directly tie into the MLS have special powers that we mortals can only dream of!

They do wield power still.

Also watch if the power goes out you run the same risk.

I currently am a Power Plant Operator and am saving my extra income to start investing in assets so that my money can make money, instead of 'working' for my money.

If the unoccupied units are very cold and there's a way to get power into them, it can be helpful to run a heat lamp on the main supply line where it comes into the unit.When you wrap the pipes, check the R-value of the product you're using and make sure you're using the one that provides the most protection.

Are there issues with sewer, underground power or other infrastructure that requires tearing up the lot?

I've taken my fair share of sub2's which is actually more creative so if it works for someone, more power to them.This is very different, though.