Furthermore, entry level homes typically utilize less experienced real estate professionals and the new rules place emphasis on stronger creativity and negotiating skills. 

Some sort of management courses would also be useful RE is not only managing a physical property but tenants, handymen, skilled tradesmen, etc.

I’d still like to leverage my skills and experience with home improvements.

Yes, computer and data sifting skills do come in handy :)  I'm a database guy myself.

Maybe you can come work for us with your superhuman toilet installation skills.

I also know that the Real Estate Guys have a course only about Syndications, but in my opinion you get wider set of skills in the Jake and Gino academy.

Into yourself, learn a skill and use that to increase your income & generate more cash to really invest.

Those unwilling to pay a buyers agent commission will see drastically less traction and offers.

As you start to build your skills, network, and systems, it will start to snowball.

Then evaluate what went right/wrong and execute at least four more BRRRRs in 2025.I believe the most effective approach to achieve a successful BRRRR strategy is to engage a skilled contractor with competitive pricing.