If you don't know what you are doing there is a greater than 50% chance you are making a big mistake. 

Not a snowballs chance in hell.

Whenever you get the chance check it out!

There's a good chance the issue(s) you face has already been discussed and answered.Ask questions in the appropriate forum.

There's a good chance the issue(s) you face has already been discussed and answered.Ask questions in the appropriate forum.

The Gator method is apparently one technique that may have some flaws that have been exposed here but may also be just the motivator for some people who would not otherwise even have taken a chance to get involved in real estate "investment."

If I am selling a car and just put it in my yard with a sign, it might sell.I will have a much better chance if I also advertise it on FB marketplace AND Craigslist in addition to putting it my yard.

With 4 properties in different location, you have 4 time more chance of RE appreciation.To maximize returns, leverage tax benefits like depreciation, mortgage interest deductions, or cost segregation while considering your ability to handle management demands and market fluctuations.

Keeping your options open while you settle in can help you avoid the stress of a hefty mortgage, and you'll still have the chance to build wealth in other ways.

As to the buddy I mentioned in Washington state it was the same scenario; he converted tax-free up to their standard deduction but above that he kept within the lowest tax bracket and paid the smallest amount of tax possible.Thank you @Basit Siddiqi for calling me out on this and giving me a chance to address my mistake; it's important people have the correct information.