Not a ton, but they exist.

I would like to pull out some equity from my primary property so I can start investing in real estate, but my house is in need of some renovation.

My aunt purchased a property in Tucson Arizona with a single family house.

This would be my very first rental.I have an opportunity to buy a house from an old neighbor for $425k.

Do a Google search for "Boommates" and you'll find references to the Golden Girls TV show and discussions about two significant issues older people face: the high cost of housing and loneliness.For younger people, we call this "house hacking," where someone buys a house and takes in roommates to help cover the costs.

Quote from @Daniel Becker: Don't get buried in the weeds. 30 years ago, people invested by saving money, buying a house they liked, and holding onto it for decades.

The idea is current home owners who locked in low interest rates before 2022, will be more motivated to sell and upgrade their homes if they can lock in a similar interest rate.The Housing Floodgates May Open by 2025 — How To Prepare To Buy a Home

Keep in mine Toledo is the #1 market in Ohio (and nationwide) not Cleveland or Columbus. https://www.realtor.com/research/top-housing-markets-2024/ What is BRRR?

If you have a handle on the value of the house, can make an offer that protects you and adhere to the contingency deadlines like inspection and financing,  a buyer's agent does nothing but waste your time and cost you thousands.  

 - house hacking is one of the better current RE strategies.