I decided that I would not be missing any more holidays, birthdays, sporting events, or school functions for a job.My wonderful wife, Ali, is a successful Realtor in Northern Colorado.

You can self manage without making it a second job.

LinkedIn Cities on the Rise 2025: The 25 fastest-growing U.S. metros for jobs and new talentLinkedIn's 25 fastest growing job markets survey shows Austin at number 18 - "Major corporate relocations, a datacenter boom and investments from tech giants are sustaining Austin’s continued rise as a vibrant hub for job growth and stimulating billions of dollars in local infrastructure projects to keep up with the metro’s growth"

Same for 2-years of job/income stability.Tenant Default: 10-20% probability of eviction or early lease termination.Section 8: Class C rents usually meet program requirements, proper screening still recommended.Vacancies: 10-20%, depending on market conditions and tenant screening.Cashflow vs Appreciation: Should cashflow immediately, at the lower end of relative rent & value appreciation.Class D Properties:Tenant Pool: Majority of FICO scores under 560, little to no good tradelines, lots of collections & chargeoffs, but should have no convictions/evictions in last 12 months.

Kansas City is a wonderful city to call home, with many articles hailing it as one of the best areas to raise a family in the United States.

I wondered the same thing, would be better off creating a WhatsApp group  

Most of the great investors I know that are really getting wealthy have a SOLID W2 job or business that funds their real estate habit. 

Also, when you are applying for roles/jobs, be aware that there is a major difference between being salaried and having variable income, meaning being paid hourly and working less than 39.75 hours per week.

A few thoughts that might help:Taxes and zoning vary a lot by neighborhood, so checking city assessments and zoning overlays early can prevent surprises.Scope and budget management are crucial right now—materials and labor costs are high, and a vague scope that leads to surprises or a problematic contractor can tank your profit margin fast.Many Philly contractors are sole proprietors juggling multiple jobs - some better than others :-), so clear expectations and a good team really make or break a project.Permits and inspections can add time—something to build into your plan.

Rejection is baked into the job description.Pivots Happen — a LotEven when you get the contract, don’t pop the champagne just yet.Buyers back out.