I am also curious about when/how an attorney/legal involvement comes into play with this.

This will be a 10 year play.  

Sounds more like trying to win a popularity contest, aiming to gain votes and likes from people here that also have something against wholesaling.But OK let me play along.Let's fact-check this:OP: "It’ll truly be strange to even hear people and gurus trying to make big money off it."

Keep track of those costs this year, they come into play in 2025 when it's in service.

This plays into the affordability issues for tenants by allowing them to live in nicer neighborhoods for less money, yet I get monthly revenue comparable to short-term rentals.I have also shifted my focus to buying better.

This could be an awesome play..

Plus, having a fully paid-off property could be a nice safety net if the STR market takes a hit or occupancy slows down.On the flip side, if you’re eager to grow, saving for another property could be the better play.

Money makes you happy only so often.But a good place to work keeps you happy every day you show up.Yes, 𝗺𝗼𝗻𝗲𝘆 plays a vital role.But 𝘸𝘩𝘦𝘳𝘦 you work?

For example I know many who are now just lending because they are getting 10-12% short term which is far better than any cap rate on real estate. you do not have the equity upside as you do real estate but its a way to play the short game to see what happens over the next 12-24 months and decide when you want to buy.

This would be more of a multi-family buy and hold play.