My understanding is that it adds people/entities to the chain but does not remove anyone.

I would remove debt to a 7-10 year time frame and lower fixed costs, at minimum.

This may be an opportunity to remove the tenant, refresh the rental, and increase rent significantly with a new tenant you've selected and trained.4.

If a stair comes loose, you may be liable.

The times we’re re investing in just require a more creative and strategic approach than before.Disclaimer: My original post was removed by the moderation team. 

When you do the math you actually loose if you finance.

Links are kind of not allowed even though there is a spot for them in the post so some get removed.

Once I reach 20% equity I'll request to remove PMI so that would free up $110 a month.

You can also leave out some bulk hotel toothbrush/toothpastes, make up removers, earplugs, sleeping masks, etc. if you really want to step up a "In Case You Forgot" basket.You can keep a closet with extra of things that has a lock on it and if someone is irrate because they don't have enough pods, you can at least have a back up solution for them if you choose too. 

The best defense against rats entering your property is to seal off all entry points (holes, cracks in walls), remove food sources (dirty dishes, food left in trash cans), and water sources (like leaks).