Give your one tip of a way to use OPM and still get a return on investment.

Options I’ve seen mentioned:Splitting the gift across multiple yearsStructuring part of it as a loan (and possibly forgiving later)Using a 529 plan contribution (not really applicable in my case but curious if relevant to others)Setting up a trust or custodial structureOr just taking the lump sum and filing the gift tax form, since it would fall under her lifetime exemption anywayThe goal is to use the money toward real estate investing—either as down payments on rentals or possibly paying off some existing debt.Has anyone here gone through something similar?

@Victor So would be a great resource to answer this question. 

Here are a few tips to help you get started:Attend Networking Events: Keep an eye out for local real estate meetups or workshops.

🧾 Lost receipts = lost money. Every untracked expense is a missed tax deduction and a blow to your cash flow.❌ Relying on paper piles? That’s a recipe for:Tax-time chaosInaccurate financialsMissed savings✅ The smarter...

One tip I’d share is to really focus on understanding your local regulations and market demand first — a lot of beginners get excited about potential profits but run into hurdles if they don’t know the rules.Connecting with someone who’s actively running STRs in your area can make a huge difference.

Although I lived on-site, the residents were unaware that I was the actual owner.

On this Amendment, you can add a handful of updated lease terms and conditions, as well as even increasing the SD amount, especially if it's not a current amount needed to be relevant to the current risk level. 

Lots of tips!

We are eager to hear any tips/advice on learning the ins and outs of buying a property to then open a sober living home.