And insist that the money goes into a CD or something where YOU get the rewards.....

OOrlando is really well build to operate STR in due to the theme parks and the shear number of visitors we have each year, bu there are nuances to operating a successful one and the learning curve can be steep, but rewards can also be lucrative if you are a good operator. 

Securing financing for flipping projects specially for beginners can be challenging but if you do the work required, it'll be a rewarding journey.

Land flipping looks to be very rewarding in the long run but a lot of work.

It’s rewarding and I love the challenges that come with it.

Gets back to Risk Reward.  

Paying all cash usually means high risk, high rewards if handled properly. 

Take advantage of the resources available on BiggerPockets, including articles, forums, and webinars.Balancing Life and InvestingBeing a mother and a wife while diving into real estate can be challenging, but it’s also incredibly rewarding.

Investing in real estate requires careful planning and due diligence, but with the right approach, it can be highly rewarding venture.

[If that makes sense :)]@Trevor Lohman - Going this route does have a good amount of rewards but also in my opinion has a lot more risks and expenses.