I do not want to tie up all my money in the investment, so I will definitely be getting a mortgage on it, but I want to get the benefits of being a cash buyer.Thanks!

I need a stronger market in Scranton in order to refinance.

A "professional" tenant can tie you up in court for the best part of a year, especially if you make even a tiny procedural mistake.Chapter 93A (the Consumer Protection Act) also applies to landlords and can award a plaintiff up to 3 X damages.

Great point, Thomas.There's about 60k equity in it right now and my mortgage rate is 3.8%I hate the thought of having that much equity tied up in it so it would be great to pull some out.Cash-out Refi sounds good but my rate would also jump up. - Small price to pay to have access to the equity.But a HELOC seems like a no-brainer, just as a safety net.

This seller's market won't last so - if you're thinking of selling - sell now.I would not hold and rent out this property because you don't get nearly enough return on the money you have tied up in it.Far better to take the money and buy 4 smaller places that make at least twice the cash flow this can produce.Good luck!

I’m looking into alternatives to finding deals (PPC advertisIng/driving for dollars) but I’m not ready to tie up $50 to $60k in an unprofitable education.

These types of people" refers to a family with apparent ties to gang activity.

This will prevent me from getting tied up in any of their affairs.

All of your properties are tied up and you don't have the flexibility you may need.So; yes they exist, but I wouldn't recommend using them unless you never have any reason to sell the houses and want to keep them forever.  

It made me reflect on my struggles and successes and which ones have made me stronger and which ones I have let hold me back.