A big part of this equation will be budget and expected returns.

U NEED your W 2 to qualify for loans full stop.. as your starting out. so just be realistic time freedom can come with a switch to full time RE agent you will get more free time but RE is very very tough.. and once you go self employeed you need two solid years of tax returns to qualify for funding..

The tenant funds are returned and on their way back to the tenant, and the subscription funds are being returned to you.Your action has helped us prevent this issue for other business owners.

It honestly is the only way we can still acquire property in this high interest rate environment.

I also learned of landlords (at least in one case) that are getting HARMED by high volumes of text spams and calls from investors.  

Start a little high as you can always lower your asking rent if no inquiries.Be sure to have a solid screening process & lease!

If you haven't yet, purchased the primary residence, I highly recommend going with the house hack route. 

If you have a rich parent/rich spouse who's willing to sponsor your mistakes, a very high paying job that can sponsor your mistakes, or won the lottery and can afford mistakes, then you don't have to do the last step and keep doing what you think it's the right thing to do. 

The area's natural beauty, relatively lower cost of living, and steady demand for rental properties make it appealing for investors seeking stable and reliable returns.4.

Long term my goal is to quit my high paying job (great pay but long, erratic hours and stressful) by achieving 6k/month passive income.