Quote from @Gregory Wilson: This depends on what level of control you can exercise over the W-2 employer.

This is really a better question for your accountant first because it depends on what you are trying to offset.

Thanks for adding that.I think that is VERY VERY market dependent.

We allow Tenant Portal (ACH), Direct Deposit to our bank, Venmo, Strip (credit & debit cards) and old-fashioned mailing of checks. 

If you're going to use the funds to buy another property, I'd recommend doing a cash out refi or possibly a home equity loan (depending on the terms) rather than a HELOC.

Hi @Julie Philpott it depends where you are in Franklinton to feel the full effects of those new developments.

It was just something neither myself nor my husband could really work with and so it created a dependency on our bookkeeper.

Also, depending upon how aggressive you want to grow hiring a mentor/coach would also be beneficial.

Now if you want to buy and live there forever or you want a specific location or lifestyle or the amenities, might be something to consider, but not for investment....they're for living.Your best option right now depending on your income, is probably to buy at least 4bed house or 5 bedroom if you can make it work financially and rent bedrooms. 

The income (rent minus management) should cover the costs (principle, interest, taxes, and insurance) depending on the property's price point.