@Josh E.To buy your first investment property in Tempe, connect with local real estate investors, research the market, analyze listings, find an investor-friendly agent, use BiggerPockets Rental Property Calculator, explore financing options, consider local market trends, consider property management, and build your network.

Explore my personal favorites, Set For Life by Scott Trench or The Total Money Makeover by Dave Ramsey, for invaluable financial insights.3.

I'm currently exploring the best options to pull the equity out of my current properties.  

Hello BP,I’m interested in exploring investment property opportunities in areas like Troy, IL, and Cleveland, OH.

I'm interested in exploring policies for our rental property in Chattanooga, TN.

As an aside, he has a property in a neighboring town that he will sell for the lump sum.I know there are better options (ie. him keeping the property in his name, refinancing, us managing, etc.) but the above scenario is all that we are looking to explore at this point. 

Hey William, great question - Conventional has limits but have you explored non-conventional DSCR loans?

@Philip Muka have you explored/researched the "asset island" method? 

Take your time, explore your options, and negotiate the best deal.As they say, "Opportunity knocks for those who are prepared."

There's something solid and reassuring about investing in properties that can provide steady income over time, even if they don't look like the biggest moneymakers on paper.In my real estate career, I've explored various avenues, from fix-and-flips to working with multi-family units and even considering out-of-state investments.