Both avenues offer unique opportunities and challenges, so choosing the right path depends on various factors that are specific to your financial goals and risk tolerance.Investing in Residential Real Estate:Residential real estate is typically the more familiar option for many investors.

I came to know an Englishman whose business was the purchase of very old, very decrepit houses on rather large estates.

Where you invest and ultimately decide to live will depend on your investment goals and how your new investments complement your current investment that are moving you toward your investment goals.

Hey @Josh Goertzen - It's been a minute, good to see you've been busy! 

Cash and credit are key when it comes to fix and flip loans.It really just depends on how much I can pull together, I'm really trying to find a nice small house, but at the same time isn't like basically at the state of being condemned.

More people are off, but will they be busy and the listing get lost in the sauce of festivities?

This will greatly depend on your end goal for investing Kevin.

You may want to check the laws on STRs in North Las Vegas:  https://www.cityofnorthlasvegas.com/business/short-term-rent...Where are you getting the "numbers" that show it's a good investment? 

My business partner and I have 16 doors in California. 

Budget returns and repair costs depend on several factors (all of which change over time).