I really appreciate your responses.I have a unique perspective as I'm not looking to buy real estate myself.

THat 2/1 is 700k-ish, just now I see 4/2 900k-ish but has basement and unique layout, rent from several rooms can be $3k-$4k here, if mortgage is $4.5 then you actual mortgage is only $0.5-$1.5.

I would think it would be a very unique situation where this might happen.

What may be somewhat unique is the retirement account isn’t technically a 401k that I can access whenever I want - it’s private company stock which I can only cash out upon death, termination, or retirement.

No restriction to places with unique laws such as San Jose.There is  abundance of opportunities.  

Great dialogue - we don't get too many lively discussions for the Huntsville area threads - ha ha.So I see a lot of posts in favor of Hazel Green - everyone has their own REI strategy, which is what makes REI a unique adventure for each of us.  

Adding some artwork to help give the place more character - $100-200 on Etsy or Society6 can get you some really unique prints that will help your apartments show well in listing pics and really set them apart from the competition.If you have the space outdoors, the quickest and easiest amenities to add are a fire pit and BBQ grill (or maybe a patio as well, if you're so inclined). 

When I refinanced I always used the cash take out on real estate, never vacations, toys, cars etc.

Quote from @Tom Frost: I have been looking into different training programs for unique investment strategies and the Tax Delinquent Blueprint run by Jason Palliser is an interesting one I've come across.

:P As an appraiser myself, I would probably charge a very high fee for this assignment, since it is pretty unique and complex.