That's why I've decided to take the leap into real estate investing - to create a path to financial freedom, to build wealth, and to live life on our own terms. 

Good luck I appreciate your straightforward advice—it really helps to simplify things!

I simply am providing you with actual data and common sense so you can learn and start guiding others on the right path.

I am new to this but I'm starting to discern that everyone's path is so different.

I'm in Columbus, OH, and it's pretty straightforward here.

It’s a straightforward way to access the funds, though keep in mind that interest rates may be higher since it’s a rental.Alternatively, you can consider a HELOC (Home Equity Line of Credit), which gives you flexibility by letting you borrow against the equity as needed, similar to a line of credit.

You have 1 success and 1 failure in a field (saved with renters I hope) and you are plotting a path to doing it full-time?

It seems like you're on the right path!

Experience is a great teacher, but is there a safer path?

I believe in the power of community and am excited to learn from those who have already walked this path.