That is the truth Nate, boy, I'd be exactly where I wanted to be, but I am definitely one that believes it's never to late, so I'm starting now to get ready for the next 20 years so I can retire comfortably.

For example, some areas SFH may exist but the clientele that move into them have to be comfortable with the neighborhood dynamic.

Strategic Purchase: Acquired a discounted double lot below market value with a $17k impact fee credit.Custom Design: Built a 6-bed, 5-bath home tailored for co-living or multi-gen use, maximizing tenant appeal.Efficient Management: Managed construction, and self-managed operations to minimize costs.Premium Marketing: Furnished the property and used multiple platforms to attract quality tenants quickly, achieving full occupancy.What was the outcome?

When offers come in, prioritize pre-approved or cash buyers for a faster closing process, negotiating where needed to maximize your profit.Finally, conduct a post-sale analysis to evaluate your financials, noting how actual costs, timelines, and profits compared to your initial projections.

It will all depend what you feel comfortable in terms of budgeting and the type of repairs needed.

Get out of your comfort zone.

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Depends who you ask and how secure you feel about your income On the one hand being debt free is great, but leverage allows us to build our wealth quicker.RE investors are notorious for being cash poor, so I would avoid thatIf youre able to comfortably save 100k a year and have enough reserves, I think buying leveraged properties is the best way to scale.You could kill two birds with one stone theoreticallyThey say paying an extra month a year towards principal saves you 7 years on a 30 year fixed mortgageUsing that logic you can add 2+ months a year on your primary, and buy 1 property a year and keep enough reserves. 

If you are just partnering on a deal by deal basis then one attorney that both parties feel comfortable with is probably sufficient.

Sometimes the lofts are large enough that you can stand up comfortably, other times they're two mattess on the floor and you have to crawl in from the ladder.