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We fell in love with DSM while living in the South of Grand and West DSM areas, but ultimately had to return back to the east coast last year.

It's the option with the least complications & sets you on the path to FIRE, which is your ultimate goal!

Wise choice. :)

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PM if you'd like more info.Can you explain how you were able to get a HELOC based on LIBOR, and was that a better choice than the usual "Prime rate".

Its my house not yours we just allowing some design choices not what components go into it.along with the supply chain is still not perfect we may need to swap something out to keep project going.

If given a choice between one paid-in-full property and two identical properties with 50% leverage, the latter will always out perform in the long run.  

However, if have several rentals and need to deposit checks, or use a debit card to pay utilities and other bills, etc. conventional business bank account would be the best choice. 

Start by reading the Ultimate Real Estate Investing Guide: https://www.biggerpockets.com/guides/ultimate-real-estate-investing-guide/introduction2.