and will build appreciation and equity (via tenant paying your mortgage) until you sell.Selling in 2-3 years for 121 Tax Exclusion is probably best, though.Anything else will depend on your investment goals. 

I agree with what you said in your post, maybe add management as you build your portfolio. 

@Kevin Kim Find the time and build your own lease.

Let me check out your website when ready OK?

They are not wrong, but restricting STRs isn't going to change that; building more affordable housing, on the other hand, just may. 

However, the other benefits of owning real estate are: - Taxes (depreciation/potential accelerated depreciation)- Appreciation (this is NOT always guaranteed, but over time, you will have appreciation)- Building equity (in this scenario, as long as rent is paid, you'll build about $140 monthly in equity)Please note some expenses that are missing from this are: - Management fees (8-10% on average, if applicable)- Estimated vacancy costs (2-3%)- Estimated repairs (5%)Disclaimer: I am a real estate investor and own four rental properties. 

I was able to negotiate a package that included the land, some of the materials, and the permits to build it.

It positions you well for real estate success but don't stop there, explore different investment options and build connections with people in the field.

So far as actual days of the week, Mondays can be busy with regular operational items, weekly reports, weekend follow-up, etc but generally speaking Friday is much busier than Monday because teams are getting ready for weekend move-ins and more people come to see apartments Friday/Saturday than any other day of the week. 

Does it take years to build a new construction and when does the mortgage start for those?