Wishing you continued success as well! 

You increase the likelihood that you continue to receive that $8,500 each month. 

I have been investing in trust deeds for over a decade and will continue to do so because I believe this is one of the best ways to invest your retirement funds.

Vanessa, If you choose the seller financed route, you could potentially continue investing under the bank's stringent debt-to-income radar, so to speak.

My vote is if you are going to continue to buy, you need to utilize leverage.

Until whoever is sending you these opportunities has the conversation with you on how much you'd like to make on a deal, how you figure your ARV and how you plan a rehab/ costs they are likely going to continue sending you opportunities you won't find too appealing. 

Kicker is I don't have to sell, I would simply be happy with not renting anymore and continuing to build equity.2-Correct purchase and renovate a 3-5 unit building.

I’d like to continue with real estate investing despite its challenges.

The state's economic dynamism, natural beauty, cultural attractions, and educational institutions continue to draw people and investment.

Whereas I (and others) continually urge them to stop being lazy and do their own research....go on VRBO and ABNB and look at the competition. 1) What are they charging?