The one piece of advice we give is...if you do not plan on living in the property or needing to come stay at the property, then go long term rental. 

It's called the FIRE Center and lots of great members to network with and learning resources.

That way you’re putting in sweat equity and strategy instead of all the capital.Since you have VA loan eligibility, you could buy a multi-family property up to four units with zero down, live in one unit, and rent the others.

You do have the option to uncheck the box on KeyCheck to pay for the screening as the landlord if desired.

Expanding your portfolio while preparing to transition into full-time real estate is a smart move — you’ll be setting yourself up for a smoother retirement.

Ill give you my thoughts when the time comes, I own a brokerage as well I can always help you sell it if I cant buy it

Things like this can be learned if you click the ad at the bottom of Nancy's signature.  

Normally, Real Estate is considered a Passive Loss when it comes to depreciation of the building, and any other expense.

I’ve never heard of that publication before today, but they seem really desperate for clicks.

With the numerous investors on this forum they have done this to, it is probably just the tip of the iceberg.