I retired in my mid-50s and live a comfortable life, grateful every day for the path I chose.Looking back, I’m forever thankful to my partner who encouraged me to take that leap of faith and move to Ohio.

Also something to note, I live in the North Fort Worth area and be aware that there is some school district drama brewing in Keller ISD that covers much of 76244 and 76248.

Do not live with regrets, what you did was right for you during that time.

Oh I agree with you if that rent will be a business income to live on vs just an unrealized gain.

I live in Boston, but I was advised to start my real estate business elsewhere as Boston is very competitive.

They live in a semi HCOL area called Torrance (house is in a good zip code 90503).

Just thank your deity that you don’t live in a rent controlled city/state.

Now, three years later, my tenant reported cracks in every room—paint cracking and full-line cracks in the bathroom, living room, and bedroom (walls, ceiling).A drywall contractor looked at it and said it’s normal wear and tear, but I’m concerned since it’s in every room.

It seems ridiculous, but that's the world we live in now.

Especially if you haven't lived in the area previously and know the area.