You could benefit from meeting with folks that are actively applying theory into practice which could help clear up the mental fog you're experiencing. 

The city has attracted substantial investments from companies like Intel, Google, Honda and more driving job growth, increasing housing demand and boosting property values.

Boost Cash Flow and IncomeYou can immediately start benefiting from increased cash flow and rental income by exchanging non-income-generating properties, such as vacant land, for income-producing assets like commercial buildings.

This will eventually boost transaction volumes.

Here’s how it can help if you currently own residential real estate:Improve Cash Flow – By taking advantage of accelerated depreciation, you can claim additional deductions in the early years of your property, boosting your cash flow.

@Cody SearsOffering high-ROI renovations, converting garages into apartments, and offering co-living spaces can boost rental income.

It is often too difficult emotionally or mentally exhausting to give up their previous home.

But its lifeline is the single I35 highway running north south...In terms if Economic development- I can speak for Hutto, they are take big steps to attract investments that is boosting the local economy.

So I get good mental exercise here, or try to, while getting some added REI "fix" and if I can get challenged that's just extra credit, as is learning something new is icing on the cake. 

I oppose their mentality.