However, it isn't the financially smart decision.

You can make good design decisions at any price point, no matter if it's a high end flip or a low end BRRRR. 

Any ideas or thoughts for me to consider to make my most informed decision?

Hello to all, new member checking in here.I’m a mechanical engineer by trade, working primarily in the industrial automation and robotics industries.I’ve been on the fence reading/listening/dreaming for way too long learning about various investment opportunities and am ready to take a leap into real estate investing.I’m most intetested in multi-family and possibly note investing with some IRA funds to start.I’m looking to start building a network in this industry and creating a life with more freedom for myself.Thanks for reading.

@Mitch Messer Thank you so much ..Also looking to clean vacant homes/units for knowledge of understanding the ins/outs of landlording...For instance trading my skill cleaning for landlord understanding education

@Freeman MillerWelcome to BP, and congratulations on making the decision to invest in your future via real estate.I have written a few blog posts that may help you get started here on BP, and with your investing.

The trade war can influence but is not the cause.

I'll let you guys talk about it before you make a decision".

@Brook RiemanWelcome to BP, and congratulations on making the decision to invest in your future via real estate.I have written a few blog posts that may help you get started here on BP, and with your investing.

My motivation is to use real estate as a vehicle for reclaiming my time and to stop trading my time for money as well as to support my love of travel.