The 8 to 10% is worth its weight in gold. 

I would love for everyone to suggest some good books to help me gain knowledge from a beginner standpoint.

Home is under Dekalb county GA in stone mountain.Kind regards,Lynn

My question is this.....when does one actually receive the boot money minus the taxes owed for cap gain?  

I also estimate that, after accounting for a 10% vacancy, I could rent the property for about $1,800 per month.Even with that ($400) cash flow, I still feel like I’d be better off than where I am now, between the experience I’d gain, the equity I’d build, and the appreciation and tax benefits.

Are you trying to gain cohosting clients?

They're starting to throw their houses up for sale because of all the equity they've gained and many are moving to other states so they can actually get insurance on the new homes.

Real estate is one of the few investments that allows us to take today’s effort and turn it into long-term gains that can continue even when we're no longer actively working.That’s why I buy investment properties.

I lived in Toronto for a couple of years, and the real estate there is quite funky.Making the trip and meeting people in person will be worth its weight in gold...GREAT CALL on that.We work solely in Chicago as a general contractor...for now. 

Can local investors in Real estate still gain returns that change family history?