Since we did $0 we are assuming risk of the loan amount, but can afford to take a small cash flow margin while someone else pays our principle down.We are working toward A similar plan as you as I plan to retire from the Navy at 42-45 years old in 7-10 years.

So, the KISS (Keep It Simple Stupid) principle applies.

You have no access to the property so you are buying sight unseen and subject to any and all liens.

This example, principle $ 92,xxx, 10 year term at 10 percent interest.

These same principles should be applied to anywhere you choose to invest.

Remaining principle on the mortgage was paid by Flock at closing ( ~60K), so my shares at Flock represent the equity in the home that I’d accumulated from appreciation and principal repayment over the last 17 yrs.I like their approach/strategy.

You need to make decisions using the same principles as retailers.One goal of a rental property is to have a reliable income.

I guess I was being short sighted and was a bit too caught up in the raw real estate numbers. 

Driving through it makes me want to buy everything in sight!

Such a refreshing sight to behold.