I've done excel comparison of cashflows between selling now (all gain is tax free) and selling in 15 years when i retire (only 8/(8 + 15) of gain is tax free), but it seems that the outcome really depends on the assumptions i use e.g., return % on the cashflow, future property value, etc.

I am currently taking the pre-licensing course with The CE Shop and am planning to work as a real estate agent, as I am a people person and like the work model of agents (dealing with customers, excelling in sales, providing exceptional service, etc.) 

I normally use my own excel.

Another vote for Cozy here, easy for tenants to link their bank account, nice reporting one click to export an excel of payment history come tax season, I also like how it sends an automated "upcoming rent due" reminder email to tenants out a few days before 1st of the month.

Excellent points about wholesalers.

I’m about to drop those news to my agent and attorney (sure push back coming) but it is what it is and now back to searching on this market.

https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2020-09-18/for-tenants-facing-eviction-lawtech-could-helpWhat would be the PROS and CONS For Landlords.It's helping renters.

As some other people have mentioned, no equity brings alot more risk into the equation, which is bad news for a first time investor.   

I have excellent credit, cars paid off, 180k in savings, Zero debt, and do not want to depend on a 9-5job.

Two are local and excellent companies.