We may be planning to start our portfolio after I finish school, in a much cheaper part of our state.

Partner #2 has his own real estate portfolio is seeking to grow faster than the income from his W2 job will allow.

That said, I would go beyond just the insurance, especially with your multi-unit situation, though insurance would certainly be good to have.When I sit down with clients I will always discuss (1) their personal assets, (2) what their current investments portfolio and other business ventures are, and (3) their future goals.

I want to build my portfolio for sure I’m barely making it by with this commission!!

When I sit down with clients I will always discuss (1) their personal assets, (2) what their current investments portfolio and other business ventures are, and (3) their future goals.

Only reason to do it is in anticipation of tax event and taking advantage of low state income tax when the tax event happens like a big stock portfolio liquidation.

AirDNA and All the rooms are on-line data collection companies that also follow residential hospitality trends.Demand - Depends :)  I always like to talk about "Portfolio Diversification." 

I am a Realtor that is currently house hacking but looking to expand my portfolio of rentals in the next year.

You'll get the chance to talk to different investors who all have different methodologies and are at different stages of building their portfolio, which will be awesome for you to develop some knowledge and start thinking about what you want your investments to look like. 

@Mo FarrajI wouldn't worry too much about capital expenditures long term, as long as you have a portfolio.