Figure out where your strengths lie and focus on that.After doing this for two decades, the biggest takeaway is to stay consistent, build relationships, and always be prepared to pivot.

first thing one should do is figure out if they quality the 2  in  5 tax treatment and if the home has appreciated a ton like 250 to 500k which is very common in coastal markets and Denver for instance.. selling would be far smarter than renting. pocket the tax free and find another rental. turning it into a rental you lose that one time tax treatment which in my mind is the very best for real estate. 

@Anna RamashkevichRecommend you first figure out the property Class you want to invest in, THEN figure out the corresponding location to invest in.If you apply Class A assumptions to a Class B or C purchase, your expectations won’t be met and it may be a financial disaster.So, when investing in areas they don’t really know, investors should research the different property Class submarkets.

They tell us that rather than trading time for money, figure out a way to multiply yourself so you can do more with less.  

Now, you need to figure out how to find deals and pay for them.

I've been lurking a bit and messaged a few people, but I figured it is time to make a post.

Unfortunately, I also usually reach out to the cash offer and counter first with the higher figure to see if we can get both the higher net and quick close.

.### Next Steps - **Consult a mortgage broker**: They can help you figure out if refinancing is an option and whether there are any programs that can accommodate your situation

Selling rights to a lease, figuring in utilities and vacancy.

Figure that out up front.