I have not seen any reliable studies that show a website boosts direct mail rates, but it may exist. 3.

I'm pointing out that "I wanna do real estate so I can quit my job and do nothing" isn't always the best place mentally to start from, as per the OP's question.Far too many people get into residential real estate with quitting their job as their primary goal.

He has a mental condition and exercising with friends helps him battle depression and anxiety. 

While I agree that having Apple and Google coming here is a boost to the area there maybe 1 downside to not selling now: as this is your primary home by selling it for a profit it would be tax free where if you turn it into a rental you would lose the tax free status. 

That has helped boost the number of high-end sales.

Hiring a competent PM will free up your time and mental energy to work on growing your portfolio.Phoenix isn't unique right now- nearly every market in the country is going nuts.

If there is enough equity do a conventional refi now while rates are low and most homes are showing a good boost in equity- do it!

The tenant in place ended up showcasing some mental health struggles that made me opt out of house hacking.

Variously called “independent living,” “transitional housing,” “shared housing” or “sober living,” the homes serve many populations: the aged, disabled, mentally ill and recovering alcoholics.

The REA that don't, I don't work with because they have a "1 sale" mentality...and I understand that.