I don't want to stretch ourselves too thin, so please let me know if you think it's best to just sell this house to put us in a better spot for the next house we purchase. 

Every market is completely unique and the prices for materials, labor, permits, etc... will vary somewhat from place to place, so you're probably not going to get a really precise answer on this one, but I'll try to point you in the right direction.The number 1 rule is spend less than what you can sell for, while still having a marketable and desirable property that will generate a profit. 

It's a duplex (3/2, 2/1) that needs a complete cosmetic overhaul + HVAC, but has a lot of character (exposed brick, large deck, unique rooms, etc.). 

I actually pay all of the utilities (it's a unique property) and they're already connected, so this is not relevant.Any advice is appreciated as always.

While all your TSP/ IRA/ 401k/ whatever friends are losing their minds because they lost half their life savings, you can stretch out on your couch made of $100 bills you got from owning rental property, crack open a cold one, and watch the world burn while shopping for the next killer deal.

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Hi there, its a tough question because everyone’s needs are unique.

I currently have an apartment that is much nicer in a better part of town for $1050, so I feel like $850 is probably stretching this property.

The employees that have families I think are likely to end up in good school districts in Arlington, parts of Alexandria, Springfield, Rockville, Bethesda, Potomac (primarily west of 355 in Maryland except where the Walter Johnson district stretches east of 355), Fairfax, Falls Church, a bit into Reston/Herndon.

Military markets have their unique qualities but generally speaking I think they’re a worthy area to invest in.