The rules are pretty complicated and the only people who really know all the terms and rules thoroughly are the Rent Levelling Board.Caveating that I’m not an attorney so go seek your own advice but I clarified a few things at a recent rent levelling hearing (which are open to the public and you can find the schedules with a simple Google).

I think most people would agree that a single family home is better than a condo for a long term rental.

I know that I will need a good realtor on my team that understands not just the market but the real estate investment industry itself.

Being a part of the local REIAs in both towns can help you understand more of what is going on.  

However I am struggling to understand and evaluate the risks involved with cash out refinancing 2-5 years down the line.

This setup alone feels like a solid foundation for financial freedom.Here’s my dilemma:While I understand that my mortgage interest rate is very low (2.8%) and there are tax benefits to carrying the debt, I’m wondering if it might make more sense to aggressively pay off the loan.

@Venka Pulla It’s frustrating when a property manager isn’t meeting expectations, but transitioning to a new property manager is typically straightforward if you follow a few steps:Review the Management Agreement: Carefully read your current Property Management Agreement (PMA) to understand the termination process, including any required notice period.

I serve on committees when able, and generally be understanding that a program aligned with our federal HUD is going to have it's inefficiencies.

It works great for many people -- not me -- but it might be your best option considering your distance. 

Kept people out.