So, make sure you are always looking to acquire properties, but I wouldn't hold that goal over your head because you might make bad decision to get your number when the deals just aren't there.

We paid $232,447.36 out to 36+ different trades & vendors for this home.This $232K creates jobs and promotes growth because it is spent and recycled in the economy, creating a ripple effect.Congratulations to the Greatleaf Homes Team for another new construction home closing today!

Quote from @Luis Ramos: As a M.D. and Real Estate investor, I can attest that these poor business decisions come down to amount of schooling we have had.

I made the transition to midterm rentals and it was the best decision I ever made.

Connecting with local agents, contractors, and experts will be key to making informed decisions on neighborhoods and market trends.

The answer is usually obvious if you can take the tax hit, but in your case assuming 5-7 years away from needing/wanting to distribute money to yourself, this is a decision you need to make with your tax advisor.

I would first of all decide not to make any immediate decisions.

There is no decision to make.What does your lease say? 

This Spring the inspection scheduler "Beverly" retired and the whole program moved to a 3rd party contractor out of California who now handles scheduling (with the expected miscommunication and inability to make quick decisions resulting).I have been a supporter of LMHA and the Section 8 housing choice voucher program here in Toledo, Lucas County, Maumee, Perrysburg, and surrounding areas but the program really is now costing far more than we get out of it.

Thank you KC, These are excellent points that I'll be weighing over the next weeks as I make my final decision.