With the run up on RE prices and boom of STRs over last 5ish years people have been led to believe it is easy and leveraging has minimal risk.

I’m also interested in connecting with local investors, real estate agents, and lenders who are open to collaborating on new opportunities.

Logan county has the highest price per square foot new build in our market right now almost $400 per square foot.

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It just lacks the opportunity for commute and restaurant scene.  

Purchase price: $145,000 Cash invested: $60,000 Fully renovated 4-5 bedroom ranch on 3.3 acres.

Purchase price: $1,500,000 Cash invested: $35,000 4-Unit building in Wicker Park, Chicago. 3-unit front building with a duplex up and a back brick coach house.

Purchase price: $675,000 Cash invested: $250,000 Country estate with 2 houses.

I think it is great you obtained those lots at that excellent price and want to increase the value. 

Don't change jobs or income yet.Once you do and you think you can manage the payments based on your new income, maybe once you get the rooms rented.Then if you want to switch there are plenty of opportunities.