We broke through the real estate paralysis about a year ago and that has enabled me to leave the 9-5 behind.

Also, there are a number of companies offering solar power purchase agreements (PPAs)  that enable you go solar for little or no upfront investment.

I work closely with all kinds of investors as my company provides self-directed retirement plans enabling our clients diversify out of the stock market and invest into non-traditional assets.

I agree with the points in the previous post.Seller financing (at better than market terms) is good for buyers because they may be able to buy more building on a limited amount of equity invested, and it is good for sellers because it may enable them to get a higher price. 

Then after I do leave, I can start flipping since I'll have more time and also the supplemental income from the rentals.

There's a wealth of knowledge on this site about a wide range of topics, who knows it may lead me to other opportunities to supplement my financial business.So enough about me I just want to say hello to everyone!!

You need deep pockets to supplement your tenants rent.

I don't necessarily expect to cover my mortgage but want to supplement my cost of living while building equity.I'm extremely new to this and realize I may realistically still be a couple years out from pulling the trigger but I want to be making meaningful steps towards what I need to do to be ready.

Once rental income is enough to supplement a comfortable lifestyle and still be able to put away large amounts of capital while working W2 with less hours or getting into real estate sales.My big question is grind it out here and save (invest) 50k annually on the road with this crazy W2 job.

Technology has enabled communication with a remote CPA through phone calls, emails, skype etc.