I would keep the brokerage account and focus on the tried-and-true practice of saving up for a new investment.

I am trying to find some off market Multifamily since a lot of the good deals seem to be done before hitting the market especially when it comes to Multifamily.

We are rural so most homes don't have trash service.We do as we are in the tiny town and the guests put the can out on Tuesdays.

that's awesome @Tieirra Singleton I love those areas for real estate investing - there is so much potential for cash flow + equity build up.

I have a residential unit that might come up soon.

I have two properties (exact same property just across the street from each other) one is a seller finance that is coming to the end of its contract for balloon payment and the other is a fix and hold Interest only loan that is also coming to the end of its contract for balloon payment.

Quote from @Jenna Kelley: The foundation is one issue, I agree with the other two comments..

If the numbers work in California, and they may not, then go for it. 

If the property appraises for $300k, you can borrow up to $300k.

I'd check local STR FB groups and see if you have a local Real Estate Club.You can offer your services there, maybe for free in exchange for the experience.