I don't own any split levels. 

It’s adapting.Learning new skills.

Passing on deals has been one of the hardest skills to develop.Early on, everything looks like an opportunity.

Each has their own skills and talents which should be exploited and understood by all parties.My suggestion would be to find an Architect that is involved with rental RE, maybe even an investor too. 

Biggest advice I’d give is to stay patient with the process, run your numbers conservatively, and choose projects that match your current skill level so you don’t get overwhelmed.If you keep things simple and focus on one good buy at a time, getting that second place by the end of 2026 definitely feels realistic.

Definitely yes—those skills absolutely have real value early on.

You have to judge your skill set / comfort level / and availability as to these items.  

Remember: flipping makes you rich, rentals make you wealthy.It also depends on your level of experience with renovations.

Before deciding on single-family, multifamily, or commercial, it helps to get clear on your goals and your comfort level.

Have you ever had a deal declined or downsized because of limited flip history? How much experience did lenders require in your case?