I think that buying one house per year is a pace that is achievable.

My hope is to have some longevity, and by doing it this way I can pace myself.

Ok, I have to admit that I do like the idea of being able to e-fax realtors offers at a rapid pace.

I can't hack the boss or the pace much longer.Don

I fully expect it to get harder and harder to maintain this pace with our portfolio growing some.

If the economy continues to pick up at its current pace, we will see rates increase sooner than later.

On the income side from both, I receive about $1,550 clear of HOA fees.So, on the year, I'm on pace to make about $15,000 after expenses.

Is it just me or does it seem like the membership increases haven't been keeping pace recently?

Thanks for the quick replies.In answer to your questions, my plan is essentially to do it myself as a side project and change of pace.

I would find out what that property was worth at the height of the market.In other words if it is worth 100k today and was only worth 130k at the market height then waiting years and years to get the money might not be the best option.If the market has dropped really low and this property used to be worth 300k then it might make sense to rent out and hold long term.The question is can you take the now money and grow that money at a much faster pace than holding onto this property??