<prompt> Human: Hello all. Im trying to get involved in owning rental properties for passive income but not particularly sure of where to start. In my personal case I still owe about 45k in student loans as well as normal living expenses currently. Another monkey wrench is that I would like to be moved out of my state reasonably soon to the Rockies 2 years if not sooner. Any advice is greatly appreciated in helping me achieve these goals. Thanks a lot.Assistant: Real estate is not passive income.rrealestate is probably a better resource.Human: All the research Ive done previously says it is? What would you consider it and what would you consider passive? Not trying to come off as aggressive just inquisitive  <response>: All the research Ive done previously says it is? What would you consider it and what would you consider passive? Its absolutely active income. Its similar to getting a second job to supplement your income, except that it requires a significant capital investment.Passive income would be something like stocks, bonds, etc. that requires no expenses or physical upkeep. 