The problem is you're combining a valid investing metric (loan pay down) with a bad investment (paying market value, limited appreciation prospects) and a cash-flow need (quitting the w-2).First, we never pay retail. 

Then you owe 25% depreciation recapture tax on depreciation you took on both properties combined. 

With the combined amount, you have enough for a particular property.

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Considering how old and run down the property actually was, combined with how little work Ohio Cashflow did at the time of purchase, the required repairs will undoubtedly just keep coming.

We make combined around 150k a year and would like to consolidate.

Is there anything out there that combines the benefits of those two?

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If I can refinance to combine loans and lower rates, my cash flow will significantly go up.

Small unit, newer renter I will take personal references from neighbors etc. combined with an established job in the area or a new job with a strong employer in the area.