I'm trying to keep it simple this year and concentrating on my "one thing" making good old Garry proud.  

Thats your bonafides to being able to do future deals.As mentioned above, keep your credit perfect.

Hey Diandre,Are you looking to bundle them together and do a cash-out portfolio refinance, or are you wanting to keep them as single assets and refinance them that way?

Before making that move, consider other funding options like HELOCs, cash-out refis, or partnering with an investor to keep your retirement funds growing tax-free.If you're set on using retirement funds, explore self-directed IRAs, which allow real estate investments without triggering penalties.

Each has their own tax implications.There are some alternative methods of calculating how much of the distribution and therefore the interest expense falls under this category, but the bottom line is that it is very important to keep track of. 

In Texas we can go inactive, so no Broker, no selling, no MLS access,  but you still have to keep up your education CE hours and such. 

These are the top three features I always keep in mind when evaluating a potential property:1️⃣ Location Matters: Properties near attractions, with great walkability, or offering something unique—like a waterfront or mountain view—tend to perform better.

Will keep you updated. 

It is pretty easy to keep it fully occupied but it does mean I turn away a ton of people who want a lease that doesn't quite fit my requirements. 

You need a rock solid property management company and a great general contractor that will keep a close eye on everything that's going on with your property, especially being out of country.