Since I dived into real estate investing this spring, I have been on a non-stop learning roller coaster.

I currently have 2 properties that are being rented without loans and recently closed on a business LOC so I have a cash flow source for flips instead of the cash roller coaster I was operating on.If it gives you comfort in owning a property outright, go for it. 

I'm a west coaster & the deals just don't work here.

I am sure it has been a roller coaster ride with market ups and downs due to happening in our country and around the world. 

Thanks for responding, the last 9 months have been a roller coaster for us!

As a fellow west coaster, I understand how difficult it can be to find local returns that compare to some of those found in other parts of the country.My favorite part of your whole strategy ... training up your boys and teaching the next generation ... those memories and lessons are worth more than the paint and plywood. 

One thing a west coaster might not be used to is how some areas turn into renter hoods of sfrs.

Real estate is like a roller coaster.

I've made lots of money and lost a lot, it's a roller coaster ride.

Side note, the guy is an emotional roller coaster sometimes.