My thoughts for RE- leverage amplifies appreciation- largest RE expense (principle & interest) is typically fixed for long duration (often 30 years).  

I would consider investing in stocks and index funds to be passive.

I believe that any losses you have in the stock market could offset rental income.On the other hand, the better solution is to not have any net rental income. 

It is easiest to see this principle in bonds.The 10 year bond has a higher yield than the 3 year, which has a higher yield than the 1 year, which has a higher yield than the 3 month.

I am not a fan of the stock market.

Quick question, is there a stock symbol that tracks the daily 30 year fixed mortgage rate?  

However, if I earn too much “earned income,” I risk losing these essential benefits.That’s why I’m exploring real estate and the stock market, as these generate “unearned income” and allow me to maintain my benefits while building financial security.

@Gustavo Delgado I've looked at stocks, bonds, REITS, limited partnerships, and syndications, and have invested in all of them.

Investors buy shares and earn returns through dividends and potential stock price appreciation.You typically can’t lose more than your initial investment with publicly traded REITs.

Quote from @Scoop Schneider: 86k principle 7.5IR 360 months 800 credit score 1st position Put it on paperstac. my guess without dropping it into any calculator would be its worth $50-$70k assuming property value is above $100k