@Kenneth JohnsonTo invest in real estate, build a strong financial foundation, educate yourself, network, start small with house hacking, FHA loans, and savings, consider creative financing options, build sales and negotiation skills, and have realistic expectations.

I guarantee Musk cares more about his money, property, kids, and bathroom floor than the hired help, but that doesn't mean he is better suited for the job or that he has the time, skills, and energy to handle it.Maybe you're part of the small percentage that can do a better job.

I’ve been self-managing a single-family rental (SFR) for a while now, and I’m interested in taking my property management skills to the next level.

You need to target recent or currently in bankruptcy, has liens on the prop,  just had a medical event, or is late on some payment 30-60=90 days late. 

Quote from @Sahara Faughn: I am currently in Preforeclosure with a scheduled auction on August 20th, and I am under a special forebearance due to medical issues and having 2 small children under the age of 7.

I am certain your skills in healthcare and counseling will serve you well in your Real Estate journey! 

Because you can't be of service, if you are not skilled, so one will get skilled. 

I’m planning to take my broker’s exam in the near future to expand my skill set and deepen my involvement in this space.I’d be thrilled to discuss the current state of the market, challenges, and opportunities, and to exchange ideas with others.

So far, we have only hosted traveling medical professionals (TMP) while we live in and rent out part of our single-family home (house hack).

And some of us been replying back yes there is, just where they are, how to get them, has changed a bit and it's no longer as simple as closing your eyes and randomly throwing darts at a MLS map and buying whatever. yes, those days are long gone but if your willing to roll-up the sleeves and get professional at it, there is "deals" all over the place, you just gotta get skilled on how to find them, tap them, monetize them.