Here are a few suggestions on how you can maximize the wealth of information available: Check out the blogs and podcasts, or take advantage of the search feature (magnifying glass).

Hi Will in Chicago-Congratulations on having a paid off rental with 500K in equity.You are wondering what options may be available to put that equity to work and you are not interested in buying another traditional rental.One suggestion I would offer is to put some of the equity to work by becoming a private money lender partnering with an investor that would split the profits with you on short-term projects.You could turn that money over and over into the next project getting a higher return than the trapped equity and getting a lien position on the project property to protect your downside investing in a fairly passive way.To Your Success!

I suggest doing your own research for data and assumptions (like rent, vacancy, appreciation/depreciation, etc.) and not rely on AI. 

Lowering the credit score threshold slightly could widen your pool while still screening responsibly.Also, ensure your pre-screener is clear and easy to access—unanswered inquiries suggest it may need adjustment.

I suggest listening to the BP podcasts and reading through the blogs and books they offer.

Bob,Do you have any names/suggestions of companies that offer "loan servicing software with modular pricing". 

Wanted to get some thoughts from more seasoned small multifamily investors on a few items or any other suggestions:- Any specific pros/cons of any particular states in SE (TN, AL, GA, NC, SC) to consider?

For those that do not feel comfortable enough with excel to build out a tool on your own, I would suggest starting by taking excel courses focused on dynamic real estate modeling.

Hi Mia, Great suggestions for questions to ask a potential tax professional!

Hello Derick, If you have not already done this, I suggest the Build Your Investing Team> menu/link at the top left of the page on Bigger Pockets and go through the process of building a team.