Feel free to dumb this down for me, I want to learn and have had this goal for a long time. 

Learn everything about real estate like it's your favorite video game and show your wife how passionate you are and how much you believe in real estate.

Spending a healthy % for a reliable company can make your life easier and lead to more growth as you free up your time.

Google the term UBIT.Tom Wheelwright has a chapter on why you don't want to do this in his book Tax Free Wealth.

Here are some trends that could play out, or further develop in 2025.Leasing & Tenant Experience AI-Powered Leasing: Chatbots and AI tools will streamline leasing processes, from answering tenant inquiries to scheduling tours.Virtual Tours & Digital Leasing: These will become even more standard, making it easier for tenants to rent remotely.TechnologySmart Property Management: IoT devices (smart locks, thermostats, etc.) will become more common, improving efficiency and tenant satisfaction.Property Management Software: Platforms will integrate more AI for predictive maintenance, rent collection, and financial reporting.SustainabilityGreen building practices and energy-efficient upgrades will be a major focus, driven by tenant demand and potential incentives.AI & AutomationAI will play a bigger role in tenant screening, rent pricing optimization, and even predicting market trends.Automation will handle repetitive tasks like maintenance requests and lease renewals, freeing up PMs for higher-level activities.I'm sure there are plenty more shifting trends that I haven't mentioned and that are sure to evolve over the next year. 

If you’re open to discussing potential deals or just networking, feel free to drop a comment or send me a message!

The fact that you have a TAX-FREE income is crazy good.  

Always have a clear exit strategy, whether you plan to rent, flip, or sell the property down the line.If you or your son are looking for more hands-on guidance, feel free to reach out directly.

There was no debt on the land and she lost the house so I swapped her the land and she kept the house free and clear..

I can send you a free guest pass to our general meeting next week and you can network with a couple hundred local investors and meet all kinds of vendors with hard money, private money, trades, title and wholesalers.