If you think the economic end is near, start thinking of ways to have a strategic advantage when/if it does happen, but also take a portion of your earnings and invest in case the sky doesn't fall.  

This understated premises awaits your strategic acquisition

My strategic plan is to now look towards private financing.

Quote from @Susan Maneck:  There is a strategic blue-print on how to usurp a democracy too Communism detailing this; "Rules For Radicals" that if you read should shoot a cold chill down your spin as it details blow for blow exactly what's been happening for years, and what it's all leading up to becomes obvious as well as true intents. 

I took a step back to figure out what the next, more strategic phase of investing will look like for me.

A good agent with significant experience and a strong plan can help you strategically price and market your home so it attracts the most interest and maximizes the price so you net from the sale.

I prefer to be strategic on which properties I make offers on, instead of floating many offers simultaneously.

Again happy to connect and talk strategies if you decide on a path but there are always pros and cons of each and I always say decide on your long term goals and work backwards from there (strategic planning). 

Do your numbers and get bids and see if your comfort zone seems stressful than you strategize again until it makes sense and you can envision this project a success.

Ultimately, in my opinion college will teach you to learn and think more critically and strategically.