I don't care if I'm ahead or behind of anyone else because my goals are not relative to anyone else's progress.I get your point that staying active keeps your skills sharp and that if you're active when others aren't you will have access to opportunities that they do not.

I came across an RE opportunity that seems too good to be true but number works.

This seems like a perfect owner financing opportunity.

They could make more money working part-time at McDonald's.I think construction is one of the best opportunities if you can find the time.

Our market is somewhat shifting, but it is still showing signs of thriving, with many opportunities for growth. 

So, that even if they change jobs more often they are never out of work long and often they change jobs to seek a better opportunity.

However, the IRS may scrutinize exchanges if the holding period post-transfer is too short (typically 12-24 months recommended).If one partner wants to defer capital gains while the other prefers cash, the deferring partner could reinvest their share into a Qualified Opportunity Zone (QOZ) fund, which can defer and reduce taxable gains if held for at least 10 years.

Would love an opportunity to pick the brain of someone who is seasoned in the game.

Those are opportunities for experienced investor but you're not experienced.

Are you focusing on local investments within LA County, or are you considering opportunities outside the area as well?