How much money do I need , what licenses , where to look for off market deals?

Put simply, property management is a tough business and margins are small ($1,000-$1,500 annually per home)... managing contractors is difficult but the money is much bigger and much faster ($1,000-$5,000 in just a few months)... and selling turn-keys can yield $5k-$20k.

I don't want to give all my money and can't get them out if they wouldn't leave afterward.

Rents will need to increase to keep up with the increase in property tax, insurance, maintenance cost etc.

If one can make construction money by building the charging stations for investors there is a pile of money to be made until the private operators give up competing with government subsidized charging.

Avoid properties on main streets (traffic noise, avoid homes near freeways (smog/traffic noise), avoid homes without garages if most other homes have garages, avoid being in airport flight paths, avoid over building or over rehabbing for the area comps, know how to properly and accurately estimate ARv and rehab costs, and have money lined up in advance.

You can use an LLC, no tax returns, DTI, or employment checks are required.

When investing in real estate, I know your money is made when you buy and not when you sell.

Keep reading, listening to podcasts, and learning from others' experiences to refine your strategies.Consider Your Financing Options: Explore different financing options, such as conventional loans, hard money loans, or even partnering with other investors, to find what works best for your situation.I'd love to connect and share more insights as you embark on this journey.

Have you ever considered using private money loans for your real estate deals?