I learned REI with the rental property way but I'm expanding my streams of income with my portfolio.

Now my easiest answer to that question/objection that answers this and with my business model is, "My multiple income streams allow me to charge a lower fee, each deal does not make or break me, and I have never had a client disappointed with my flexibility and availability.

I would also consider all missed income streams in your 2 properties by looking at their budgets.

So if I start increasing volume on rentals and/or rehabs, I will be just stuffing my retirement account, while not creating an available income stream to live off of.

I have a steady stream of deals closing every week that make me and all involved happy.

And, I envision it as a good possible income stream in retirement (20 years away) if I choose to hold them then.

I really just want an excuse to break out my tools and design skills and line up streams of income at the same time, but don't tell anybody:) Any advice or lessons learned are appreciated.

I just finished last year's taxes and have a large passive loss (after depreciation) on my rentals. But being a passive investor with large W2 income, I cannot benefit from the tax loss (at least thats what my account...

When I was contracting, not so long ago, I received a constant stream of calls directly from inspector referrals which was a great Win,  Win, Win for everyone.   

@Nate Hawkins I'd recommend the Richest Man in Babylon as an addition to the reading list.The way that I like to think about questions like this is to consider all other investments in which you could currently place your money.Have you set up semi-passive income streams for yourself?