How do you balance the wants vs. needs game while still enjoying life today?

Quote from @Logan Williams: As a former student at the U of A, big rival games, homecoming, and greek life family weekends are a huge influx of people looking for lodging, with only a few hotels in close proximity to the University, STR's that are attractive can be few and far between.

If you don’t like fixing houses, REI probably isn’t your game if you are making 40k a year.

I am new to the real estate game.

It requires some work—you’ll be a landlord after all—but the financial rewards can be significant.If you’re willing to live near your tenants, take on property management tasks, and want to grow your investment portfolio, this strategy could be a game-changer for your financial future.Final ThoughtsHouse hacking with a multifamily property is more than just a way to save on housing costs—it’s a proven method to accelerate your real estate investing journey.

Most seller finance notes have interest rates in the 9-10%+ range.Also, 5% down is very little skin in the game for the borrower.

Think of it as free vs pay to play video games.

Congrats on getting in the game.

We are late in the game but hopefully we can catch-up leveraging the plethora of knowledge that exists on this platform. 

If you have room and your place isn't small get seperate machines.