However, with the beginners guide and listening to a few of the podcasts here, I can't think of a more straight forward way to earn passive income than owning and renting property.

I am hoping this house can jumpstart my real estate career if I do this properly.

The three reasons I left were to create my own brand (brokered by another company), and to earn passive income, and to be with one of the best real estate technology companies. 

It's hard to hit $0 in tax as a w2 employee without 1 person qualifying for RE pro or staying in a fairly lean earning bracket. 

Yes, 1.75% interest on money has earned me and extra $40/mo. so far.

I’ve payed thousands to be in masterminds and has been the #1 thing that has accelerated my career. normally makes me the dumbest person in the room which is always a smart move. 

Hello Everyone,My name is Sam, I live in Portland, ME and I am just starting a career in Real Estate.

https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/223/topics/429535-brrrr-strategy-really-works-even-in-the-bay-areaYour friend could be one of the private lenders for a guy like that, and earn money for their money (and it's a lot more passive than dealing with tenants) on the interest rate they negotiate directly with the person that checks the boxes for a bank loan. 

I'm also on a local Atlanta realtor's email list and see a few wholesale deals that I think could be profitable but am nervous about spreading myself too thin/jumping in too deep so early in my REI career without having someone that I can call on for guidance.If anyone has some tips/steps that I can take immediately or insight on these markets, please let me know!

Well, three top reasons come to mind:It will allow you to deduct their earnings on your own tax return.It is required by law for any person to whom you paid at least $600 in 2019, total.