However, I'm feeling a bit overwhelmed by the sheer number of markets and the endless research involved.I’m reaching out to seek your guidance on how to take that first crucial step in my real estate journey.

Thanks for the detailed response, much appreciated @Ryan Muska

Side note, I tried to sell a house for bitcoin in 2013 with no takers or even one response.  

I really appreciate the response!

Keep tracking equity contributions, as this will be crucial when transitioning property B into a rental or selling your share.

While you can make a 50% down payment, it's crucial to have an emergency fund in place.

I have just divided fuel on 12 units to separate meters and told my tenants they are responsible for the fuel accounts only to find out that 2 of the 12 have had their credit decrease since renting and the fuel company won’t do business with them.

Hi Sergio, I think there are way too many variables to be able to gain any real insight from responses here.

Sorry for my very delayed response. 

If the tenant is causing the moisture, they are responsible for removing the mold or hiring someone to do it.