The listing for my property is here: https://www.zillow.com/homedetails/682-Washington-Blvd-Baltimore-MD-21230/36535551_zpid/I currently have the house listed for $2,800 after decreasing the rent multiple times over the course of 5 months.

Thanks Don, that is both enlightening, and created new questions as I have 2 potential deals that could be classified as commercial, both are airbnb portfolios, with one being 3 singe family units, and the other being a single site with multiple units (11 units,themed resort style).

Hold on to the cards forever (closing accounts or opening new cards can impact your score).

Definitely check out multiple options!

Again this requirement directly impacts me. 

There are multiple local groups and meetups you can try attending here to connect with more ppl 

Overall sale prices of homes are lower than most areas so that 100-200K can be multiple down payment on investment properties.

I have lived in (with a small child) and own multiple pre-1978 homes that most likely had lead paint in them.

Instead of tying up your capital in a high-cost primary residence, consider taking the would-be down payment and investing it in out-of-state properties.This strategy allows you to diversify your portfolio across multiple assets, spreading risk while potentially generating cash flow and building equity in appreciating markets.

For brokers, it is a numbers game and most of them want to consistently bring on new agents.You may have to meet with multiple brokers to decide which is the best fit for you.All the best!