Fortunately for me, underneath her top layer, she is a beauty just waiting to take her glasses and braces off.

Choosing the BRRRR strategy in Iowa is a smart move to begin your journey.Welcome aboard and best of luck investing! 

These skills can be learned on the mean streets a lot faster than in a classroom, and you'll be street smart instead of book smart.

Given your situation, tapping into the equity through a HELOC could be a smart move, allowing you to access capital for new investments without selling off your current assets.That being said, considering your stable cash flow and existing portfolio, a DSCR loan could also be valuable.

Obviously glass looks nicer and is more appealing to a tenant, but not something that necessarily drives up the rent price.

My wife always tells me what looks good and I'm smart enough not to argue.

@Andrew Shumate You sound like a smart guy.

Planning for this scenario doesn't mean you're giving up on finding a resolution—it's just smart property management.You're navigating one of the trickier aspects of property investment with a lot of grace.

I'll echo what others have said about this being a long game.Building wealth over the next 10 years is a smart goal, and you're already off to a good start with your real estate investment and stock portfolio.

Reno, on the other hand in the heart of the West, offers a more consistent track record-just what you want for peace of mind in your investments.Key Points:1) Reno is holding its own with solid occupancy rates for multifamily properties.2) Across the West, occupancy is more consistent, and Reno fits right into this pattern.3) For a balanced approach to investment, Reno’s stability is worth considering.For those San Francisco, Sacramento, San Jose, Los Angeles investors looking at the big picture, Reno is a smart choice.Source: Freddie Mac Multifamily