Sophisticated investors look at everything through a lens of risk vs. reward.

Charitable Contributions are not reported in the way you are indicating.  

Everything is negotiable UNTIL you sign that legal document - even what and how you pay the person doing the work of marketing your property.Consider cost vs. reward before you think, "I don't want to pay a commission."

From solopreneur to CEO, the journey wasn't easy, but the reward is far sweeter – a company that brings not just my own dreams to life, but the dreams of those we empower.

I've been investing in Sacramento for years, and while cashflow has been harder to get recently, I've found that value add (adding square footage, beds, baths) is where the market has rewarded me the most.

I'm going to agree with everyone else on Tax Liens, and you can take it a step further by doing some due diligence on which states reward you the most for Tax Lien investing.I've been looking into:Florida: With interest rates that can hit up to 18% per year, Florida is often seen as a prime spot.

I think the market on the whole is set up to reward those who are willing to buy and hold moreso than anything else currently, but I also think that is everywhere. 

@Kevin Goldman if you plan on paying all cash on purchased rentals, your biggest challenge will be deciding what risk-reward strategy to pursue:SFR vs MFRWhat property Class?

It's extremely rewarding once you have a strong team behind you.

I've navigated similar paths and found that each offers unique challenges and rewards.