There are many people on instagram and other platforms selling courses appearing in a certain image, selling a lifestyle that is not 100% congruent with reality and sometimes reality can strike hard and shatter perceived illusions. 

Once you have enough properties to support your life style, what is the point of acquiring more?

Know your numbers religiously.

Its just kind of the nature of the beast and investing were over 50% of all homes are rentals its a different lifestyle than what we are used to at least on the west coast were maybe 10% of SFR's are rentals  renters rent apartments.

If you are able to make it work and it fits into your lifestyle.

With a income of 100K you should be back on your feet quickly, assuming you understand how to live a frugal lifestyle and be investing in less than 5 years.Pay off all your debts, save money by living a super frugal lifestyle and rebuild your credit.

Quote from @Bruce Woodruff: Quote from @Stephen Birnbaum: Sure, California has problems but it also has amazing weather allowing for a healthier lifestyle.

Professional staging, virtual tours, and high-quality photos can help them envision how the space fits their lifestyle, whether it’s for entertaining, work, or family.To overcome the “biggest house in the neighborhood” concern, shift the focus to its uniqueness and lifestyle potential.

But, ultimately, it could work if you don't mind a low ROI.It could make sense if you look at a lifestyle rather than an investment purchase and you're just happy to cover your costs.

Kids, lifestyle & so many other decisions all wrapped up in this decision.