@Lolo Druff Real Estate Investing is not like Trading Stocks or Crytocurrency.Real Estate Investing requires some deep thought and research from you as an Investor.Having 400k to deploy to multiple duplexes is a great start but you have some questions to ask and answer yourself.

Income from a trade or business where a taxpayer doesn’t materially participate.2.

I did not read the rules around security deposits. you may be allowed to use those funds and still file a small claims action for any remainder, but I can't imagine that it would be worth it if you have at least one month's rent in security deposit. 

I have been pleased with it and not just tons of excellent info and resources, but great interaction along with accountability with the focus on taking action. 

He clearly knows the best course of action in this challenging market.

You only get paid enough to continue.3) You don't need a dozen self-help books, all you need is action and self-discipline.4) YouTube University, podcasts, and the internet will only take you so far. 5) Book smarts make interesting conversation, street smarts make money.6) Find someone who is successful doing what you want to be doing and ask questions.

Additionally, are you recommending that we should prioritize taking action and securing properties that align with our long-term investment strategy?

No more problems, no more action.  

We built it from ground up to provide actionable insights that can be used to make actual decisions. 

Most landlord businesses DO qualify as a "trade or business."