Often an investor will hand it back/walk away after they get tired of being Landlords & all the drama that drives them out of that 'combative arena' of REI.

As far as buyers remorse goes, about the only way to combat it, is to realize that the purchase is already done.

Sort of like the whole terrorist - insurgent - freedom fighter - enemy combatant charade.

(Dangerous I know) Tax enities have eagery spent more and more money,,,used ever increasing values of real estate to combat there increased costs.

Their pockets loaded with combat pay.  

But it seems that every "solution" that I offer is combatted with another reason that we shouldn't.She's saying that we are too young (she is 21 as well) and although I know that REI takes time, what better time than when we're both young to formulate a plan, and put it into action?

I think that is a way you can combat the lack of funds issue.

Here are a few thoughts from my experience:We both wore combat boots, but we have only used one salary for the mortgage, just in case.  

I'm closing in on my 10 yr mark and in the Army I'll have to reenlist indefinitely which means commit to the next 10 years... or get out.I am choosing the latter lol, My Background is in Battlefield Medicine as I am a Combat Medic and a Licensed Practical Nurse.

I have been trying to find properties that have a lot that would make sense to build an ADU on, instead of just trying to squeeze one into the backyard (ex: large side lot), to try to combat the issue of lack of privacy.