I have a pair of duplexes. 

@Abraham Reddy we're in the same boat, I'm also sitting on some money, was waiting for the supposed "correction" early-mid next year, though I've come to realize the market fundamentals both locally in Minneapolis and nationally remain strong, and paired with rental assistance, etc, approved in the new stimulus package, I suspect prices will only continue to rise.

As mentioned by the others, that analytically side pairs perfectly with analyzing the numbers as long as you don't suffer from paralysis of analysis.

When you’re first starting out theres so much out there and so much to learn especially when you haven’t really honed in on exactly what direction you want to go in so I’m trying to take it all in and have fun with it (like trying on a bunch of different pairs of shoes at the store haha) instead of letting it overwhelm me!

You changed my limited perspective on having to prioritize cashflow (specifically building a foundation before starting to scale) than starting with a house hack where I would contribute towards the mortgage, but possibly still save a bit on living expenses – while most importantly, gaining appreciation from LA’s rising market.Yes, it seems our strategy, and goals, are similar (paired retirement investments with real estate).

That facility served as the training ground for TV stars Lucille Ball and Vivian Vance to learn about dipping and packing chocolates for that infamous 1952 “I Love Lucy” episode in which the pair cause chocolate chaos trying to keep up with the conveyor belt.

We have read some, and listened to a few of the BP podcasts, but we are looking for some hard nuts and bolts information to start pairing with the theory. 

My personal opinion is that it's a pretty solid deal, but as it will be my first rental, first property, and major leap into REI, I'm a little nervous and would like to get a fresh pair of eyes on this deal.

I recognize that Texas is a state with a low cost of living and no income tax compared to other creative hubs, that paired with our plot of infrastructure will help foster a new budding creative valley in the United States.

@John FiderGive a high school kid $80 and a pair of small pliers