And to avoid pitfalls. 

And funny enough, that's what so many are trying to avoid; time, energy and focus. 

We have seen a couple things here in central OH. 

Quote from @Travis Smith: Age 56 and retiring from farming and I’ve been very good at avoiding income taxes with depreciation and business expenses.  

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Agree on the advice their are sharks out there that are very good praying on people with various scams each month a new one pops up so avoid the housing market right now .In the mean time invest in a index fund that follows a benchmark like a S&P 500 each month/week put more money in when you are at a age that father wisdom has visited make small moves into the housing market .

I would avoid an above ground pool. 

I'd find the guy doing what I want to do, I'd buy him a long lunch and find out all of the things I should avoid. 

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Avoiding the occupants from squatting is best addressed with background checks, employment verifications, and references before signing the lease.