Even if they don't pay, I'm still ahead because I collected $3,000 in fees that year.Again, in my experience, I have had hundreds of pet owners and only a few of them have caused damages beyond what a deposit will cover, so I have earned tens of thousands in exra income for my owners.

Military pay is documented on a Leave and Earnings Statement (LES).

It sounds like you bring a wealth of experience not just from your career as a realtor but also from your personal moves and investments.

If they are prepared to earn the private fund returns (and tax benefits) they need to accept the lock up period is indeterminate.

Many investors balance their primary careers with real estate, and your flexibility with four days off a week is a big advantage.

I’m 25 years old and early in a tech career.

If you wanna earn money brokering real estate, (which is all you are trying to do) go get a license and work for a broker.

Of those how many are 2 bed + home office or 3 beds, basically  suitable for a household earning $150K? 

Stop trying to hack your way to more money and just earn more money consistently and save it until you have reserves and a downpayment for the next one.

My father is pretty close to retiring and has had a very successful last couple of years of his career.