Buy and holds is the key to true wealth with all the benefits of depreciation, appreciation, loan pay down by your tenants, leveraging the equity, cash-flow etc etc, but it often times isn't the active income that pays the bills until you build up a portfolio and even then there's the tenant management or managing your property managers.That's why I'm involved in all 3.

Look for investors who have capital but lack time or experience—networking on BiggerPockets, LinkedIn, REIAs, and local investor events is key.

Don't forget 5) principle paydown and 6) leveraged returns, among others.Owning real assets in this inflationary environment is key to growing wealth, and real estate is the best asset available (in my biased opinion) :) . 

And, the dividend yields are a key, if not the most important, factor for driving CAGR alpha.

Seriously—Pick a Property TypeDetached houses might be the easiest to work with, but the real key is committing to a property type.

Hey Matt,I’ve been investing and managing properties for over 20 years, and choosing the right market is key—especially as a new investor.

We have 2 San Antonio sub2 deals that are turn key homes and only require about $20-25k to close (assignment fee + closing costs).They're a great option!

With flip loans, experience is key.

To analyze deals efficiently, focus on key metrics like cash flow, cap rate, and expense ratios—make sure rental income covers mortgage, taxes, insurance, and maintenance while hitting your 6% cap rate target.

I would buy something closer to turn key if you can, even if you pay up, because it will reduce the work you have to do and figure out as a new large-scale investor.