I'm considering leasing out storage space for boats and RVs.  

A little update with the bank, they are now telling me that they aren't even going to consider a settlement or a short sale unless the past due 14 contractual payments (around 8-10k) are paid.

@Jimmy Rojas, a few things to consider with your plan:1.

Hello all. I’ve been self-educating  about real estate for about 4 months now. I’m starting to lean more towards private lending as a way to get my toes wet and get my money working for me in a relatively stable way.I...

Maybe consider an HSA for the next year.Hire your wife, kids and other relatives.

House hacking a 4 plex is a good plan, and you may even consider getting normal financing with 20% down - just have a little more patience to save more to have adequate reserves.

I am considering selling due to negative cash flow.

This article presents three key factors to consider before deciding that now is the time to sell/exchange: 1) regulatory, 2) economic and 3) personal timing.1.

Make sure to consult a financial advisor if necessary and also consider reaching out to your local credit unions.

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