I'd start small and just try to learn the game of flipping. 

SB 9 sounds like a real game-changer for California investors.

I'm in Boise as well and pretty new to the game. 

After 20 years in the investing game, plus working as an investor-friendly agent, I’ve learned that hesitation can feel like a big hurdle but often ends up being the push you need once you break through it.I’m personally based in San Diego, California, and licensed here, but I’ve also looked into projects across the country with folks who sought better cash flow.

This also leads owners to ASSUME simpler is better when it comes to management contracts.

A good one will also have skin in the game and will even be able to bring new acquisitions to your attention.

It was just a waiting game going through the foreclosure process Lessons learned?

Without those benefits, I think I'd just stick the the stock market...easier, simpler, longer history, solid returns over the long term... 

Well, Oregon can feel like an entirely different ball game.. especially if you’re used to simpler markets like Arizona or Texas.

Cards and board games for older kids but they will all have tablets or phones unfortunately.