I think it's fine to risk a small portion of your net worth on a gamble, but everything else means betting the farm.Speaking of farm, here are 50 acres in Hilsboro for $3M https://www.zillow.com/homedetails/NW-West-Union-Rd-Hillsbor...Dang, maybe if I..?

You don’t have to ride the stock market down.You also conveniently forget the fact that many stock buyers are “buy and hold” buyers just as much as property buyers are. 

It's not as convenient of a commute when you can erect a tent right in front of your employer's office.

Personally, I’d never consider that option for multiple reasons: 1) you cannot properly dispose of your own property as you can’t rent it by yourself, 2) the price is inflated as they make you pay for the convenience, 3) the performance of your unit is completely dependent on the performance of the building as a whole and the performance of the management, 4) property management is extremely expensive and they’re going to be the ones making most of the money while you take all the risks and 5) you cannot get rid of the property managers if they don’t perform.

Google street and sat view are only your friends to eliminate property....not to determine what you will buy....I swear up and down to people all the time...go look at what you plan to buy.....don't gamble. 

The property I'm looking at is also conveniently located near a college campus, which I believe could be an attractive factor for potential renters.I’m reaching out to this community for insights and advice on a few key points:1.

Box; rent can only be paid by bank deposit.For your convenience, the nearest location to your home is 123 Main Street, (City), or you can execute a bank-to-bank transfer using the routing number provided.If you have any questions, concerns or maintenance issues, you may call or text my cell phone at (your business number), or you may email me at the address listed at the top of this notice.Please don’t hesitate to contact me with any questions about this transition or any other pertinent issue.Sincerely,(you)

In term of reward, I know the reward of mortgage note, but for tax lien it's kind like semi gambling.

Items like kitchens, bathrooms, convenient laundry, nice flooring are most likely to catch the eyes of renters and can justify market or slightly higher than market rent.

It's an excellent choice for targeting a wide range of renters, and its convenience and accessibility make it a perennial favorite.With your background, investing in any of these areas with a 1031 Exchange could be a smart play.