Even though it did not go as planned and we turned out to not be profitable, I think it's just as important to talk about our failures as much as our successes.

I was thinking of the ways my work life has changed due to technology advancements since 2000.1.

I think not. 

It might weird people out thinking that you can listen in on them but it is a way to offer streaming audio on the cheap. $19.99-29.99 Blink Mini 2 (latest version) plug in smart camera with audio - https://www.amazon.com/Blink-Mini-2-Camera-White/dp/B0BWWZXW...So this is available as either standard or with the weatherproofing.

Hey Naseema, You should think about developing a core 4 when new to investing OOS. 

I do think Florida in general has the ability to see some strong appreciation and rent growth after 2026/2027 because new construction starts for residential housing (especially multifamily) have dropped substantially.

Property Management Experience:Living on-site game me a chance to learn about property management firsthand.

.#3  Just based on what you post here I don't think you would qualify.https://www.landlordstudio.com/blog/real-estate-professional...but I guess it depends on how much of your time will be spent on real estate activities. 

Go to real estate investing meetups in your area, get to know local investors, read books and listen to podcasts together to figure out what you think you want to do the most and what will benefit you, depending on where you live, the most.

Think Chase, Wells, US Bank, Key, and Everbank - plus any regional players in your market active in the multifamily space.If you're looking for a value-add rehab / bridge loan - try both bank/cu's and private capital / hard money lenders.