If you're 2 years from retirement, you need the least risky thing possible, which would just be paying down that primary residence. 25 years from retirement, you've got some time and can take some risk, since any bumps in the road will smooth out over the long term.

The only problem is neither floor contractor thought to put in transitions.  

Do you need transit?

Hi Iyan, Yes, I'd suggest speaking to a local agent who could help make a smooth transition for the tenant and new owner.

Your transactions will not be as smooth as they would be with an agent that is doing 5 million a year in sales.That’s my biased opinion, but it comes from frustration of dealing with low volume agents that make life more difficult.

I tested the top five software programs and settled on Buildium which was perfect for my needs and great for my budget.Two years later, things were flowing smoothly but I had identified a couple shortfalls with Buildium that were requiring too much time or for me to use different software.

After I've built up a sizable amount, I will transition into a BRRRR strategy.I'd love to connect with other investors and possibly even partner up and contribute capital towards a deal! 

@Michael Kistner You are definitely on the right path, I also have my license and hope to transition to full-time real estate investing someday.

If you are in northern NJ . being close to an nj transit statIon Is a plus.2 .

@Charles Kennedy - For Vinyl Plank, make SURE it's installed perfectly, so it's smooth "like a sheet."