And does Congress approve this spending?

My ultimate goal is to become successful with my real estate investments so I don’t have to rely so much on my job and be able to spend more time at home with my soon to be wife and future children.

How many times can you spend $1500 to get an 88% return?

Spending a ton on property management doesn't seem like the best move.

IMO, the best strategy for that type of individual is to purchase residential property in an area they are or can become familiar with; in an area where the neighborhood is “on the rise”, typically where demand exceeds supply and people are spending $$$ on fixing up properties.  

They provide one-on-one assistance from my specially assigned   advisor if I need more extensive assistance for an hour a day during zoom, in 15 min interval appts.

Stop hanging out with your deadbeat buddies who spend all day drinking, talking sports, and otherwise wasting away.

DIY A first-time DIYer can expect to spend several hours replacing a kitchen faucet.The time it takes depends on your experience and the faucet's complexity.You'll need tools like wrenches, a putty knife, and a small bucket.You'll also need materials like supply lines, silicone caulk, and plumbers tape.You may be tempted to be cheap and estimate only 30 minutes, but you should estimate an hour to be safe.What about the time to go to the property to figure out if a 2-hole or 3-hole faucet is needed, then drive to Home Depot to get it, drive back to install and then head either to the next job or back to the office?

It's updated yearly and is the best $40 you'll spend as a Landlord. 

Hopefully, you can meet genuine people that want you to succeed and will assist you in your endeavors without trying to take advantage of you.