Invest if you desire and write down clear expectations too.   

They use the weight of the structure to force the pier down until it stops and then jack the foundation up until it is level again. 

I have enjoyed it, but I have very little desire to work a 9am-5pm job in the corporate world.

@Doug PetersProperties in Hamilton County are always desirable to both investors and owner occupants.

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Have you considered expanding on your desired area? 

You need to learn how to convert your leads otherwise you will send thousands of mailers and not have the desired success (been there). 

It's also about having resources and desire.

Perhaps if you are in a more rural setting they are desirable, but in the metros and suburbs, its more for tenants to take care of (or for you to take care of if you have responsibility or during vacancy). 

Because I have a good W2 job, a solid cash position, and a desire to build long term while still working full time, I'm attracted to multifamily rentals - the goal is to build a portfolio over the next decade or two to produce passive income comparable to my full time job.