It's easy to obtain, costs very little, and doesn't require extra, on-going effort to maintain.

Also, are you planning on going through an LLC?

Emphasize Walkability and Transit AccessProperties near CTA train lines or buses rent faster.

IE becoming a MFR landlord you do need some training.Its just like when you buy a franchise you have to go to their training so you learn how to cook the burgers right and so on and so forth.

I'd like to get weekly updates if we have a vacancy or ongoing issue. 

For a solo team we have a plan for $147/mo that includes onboarding to connect your tools at sign up and anytime throughout your membership at no additional cost, and screen share training with our team.

These are professionals with additional training and a stricter code of ethics.

And all of that with training wheels, it is very hard to screw it up on a consequential scale.Because it is 2025 and RE is not cheap anymore I will encourage you to also look into building a business on the side.

Here’s my honest advise; consider studying for and obtaining your real estate sales license, and obtain a part time position with a real estate agency that will provide training, guidance, and oversight.  

Better yet train others to keep things going while you take your break.Again Jonathan thanks for the reminder that the grind never stops.