I agree with Nathan-you may have gotten rid of most of the mold (which will grow back quickly if any is left), but there is somehow moisture coming in that is allowing it to live. 

Since we live in Orlando area, we are looking at a STR in Disney area. 

My wife and I just closed on a duplex in Oakland, but the basement/garage was already converted into a separate living space with a bedroom and bathroom.

I too live in Asheville, so Sapphire was closer than Cashiers and Highlands.

Talk to a CPA to see how each scenario plays out.A 401K continues to grow in value, but what do you live on? 

I live in San Diego and am trying to purchase my first investment property I have about 150K to put down but am struggling to find deals that meet my price point. 

Hey John,I own 12 units in Detroit but currently live in California.

He lives locally, is very responsive.

You live and learn I suppose.

You'll likely also reduce your cost of living by moving to a stabilized apartment.Depending on the cashflow and debt paydown, you can use this strategy until you've built enough equity to reinvest.On the other hand, getting into a multi-family after refinancing will also help you build substantial equity to rinse and repeat in the coming years.