So negotiate every contract and watch for the contractor expense creep.

So instead of 'development and multi-family', start with 'networking, service, reading spreadsheets/analyzing, connecting with people, managing projects, etc....' basically write out whatever you really enjoy doing OR whatever skill you want to acquire... and find a job in RE that matches. because RE is so diverse and people oriented, you're bound to find something that suits you. 

My 1st property was a house hack of a three family property where I have been enjoying living free for just about 9 months now.

I have been involved in the past about sales managing and maintaining commercial properties as well as construction projects into retail, banking, movie theaters, and a hotel.For about a year I have been watching and listening to a gentleman that has about 25 years in the experiencing of successful real estate buying and selling apartment complexes and currently owns almost 5,000 apartment units. 

If you are going to watch for anything, watch 32202.

If you're just starting out, I got some videos I'd recommend:The Ultimate Beginner’s Podcast For Real Estate Investors | BP Podcast 11https://www.youtube.com/watch?

I enjoy providing value to others, and that is exactly what we are doing on these deals.

I really enjoy learning, and sometimes I feel the best way to learn is to dive into it.

I enjoy spending time with my family, and taking day trips to local favorites like the boardwalk and beach.I'm in the beginning stages of starting my investing career.

I've already started on BRandon's book and I'm watching a lot of his videos as well.