Starting small with one property was a smart move, especially in a new market.

Fixing up a property and turning it into student housing is a smart move—steady demand and solid rental income.Great job!

Being new I would suggest started with existing builds but building small multifamily in a small town with a rental shortage could be a smart move (someone's gotta do it).

For STRs, properties near the beach or downtown tend to perform well.Start Small and Smart: If this is your first property, focus on something manageable.

It’s great to see someone diving into the live-and-flip strategy, especially here in the Seattle metro area where appreciation potential can make it a smart play for building equity.Your strategy is solid, and focusing on hands-on experience through live-and-flip projects is a fantastic way to learn the ropes while building capital.

If you were in my shoes, what real estate strategy would you recommend for scaling quickly (but smartly) so that I can replace a good portion of the W2 income from real estate investing?

The grout between the tiles allows a run off of water and a gripping surface for your feet.3. if you’re smart, use durock on the walls too, right up to the ceiling.

Is it smart to take out a 40 year loan to get some cash flow?  

Hey @Brett Riemensnider,A HELOC could be a smart move if you want to tap into your home's equity while keeping it.

Feel free to check us out at ComfortCapital.com.Regarding Sunrise, they’re a credible operator—Kevin is a smart guy, and we share a handful of investors.