Many thanks for the metaphor [makes sense], advice and the plug.

It may be like the metaphor of the drunk guy looking for his lost keys where the street light is, even though he lost them somewhere else.

I agree with the mortgage payment metaphor, although it's not exactly the same circumstances, so that's why I'm not 100% settled on course of action.2.

I don’t have multi-res experience in DFW, but I have owned multiple rental sfr’s there from prior to the gfc.In this business, especially now, you may need to kiss a lot of frogs to find your prince/princess, or turn over a lot of rocks, or any other metaphors that you like.

I've been tuning into the BiggerPockets podcast for a while, and I've finally decided to metaphorically pull the trigger on starting my journey in real estate.

After thousands and thousands of investor calls (All recorded) and emails along with a tonne of data tracking, etcJust for the record a ton is a US measure = 2000 lbsA tonne is a metric/Australian = 1000kg = 2205 lbsAlthough neither one would really apply to data tracking except metaphorically 

It takes a tremendous amount of force and energy to move the train but once its started its on auto pilot (metaphorically).

Here is a metaphor. 

Whether you’re a seasoned aviator, a real estate guru, or someone who dreams of flight, there’s a place for you in this unique community we’re building.Looking forward to soaring to new heights together, both literally and metaphorically!

I think you'd need to work with a local attorney and CPA to make sure you're not tripping over any wires accidentally (to mix a metaphor).