Cities like Minneapolis, Boston, and Atlanta are showing how public parks can do more than provide green space—they can drive commercial development and job growth.

There's also getting a job as a property manager.

Also, focus on 2 years of job/income stabilityThis looks familiar.

Yes if you mean support yourself after you finish your regular job effectively using rent as a pension. 

And I am sure many locals who self manage do OK with it.. but its a JOB its not investing 

Message me on BP and we can set something up.Original BP post (check it out to see how much of a dream this was for me 9 months ago): https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/55/topics/1162005-first...Best, RyanOn a side note, if anyone's looking for a young, motivated, and incredibly knowledgeable agent in Grand Rapids and the surrounding areas, let me know and I'd be happy to connect you. 

It's a hard job and there aren't many great ones out there. 

Six years ago, I quit my job and started a PM company. 

As our beautiful city continues to grow, so does the demand for housing, jobs and investment opportunities. https://tinyurl.com/256w4aau#PanamaCityBeach #RealEstate #InvestmentOpportunities #Growth #HousingMarket #PCB

If its appreciation, I think you did a good job assuming you held the properties for a few years.If its just FMV less loan balance, i would only sell if you are unhappy with your appreciation / cash flow.