Don't change jobs or income yet.Once you do and you think you can manage the payments based on your new income, maybe once you get the rooms rented.Then if you want to switch there are plenty of opportunities. 

I think we strayed a bit from the plan and probably put a little too much in.

Do you think I should give up all my profit to just get the first deal done? 

As someone who is new to real estate, I'm thinking of being a bird dog for investors (although I haven't found any to work with me yet ) until I learn more of real estate. 

If you're thinking about selling it, you'll probably be better off selling a vacant then with a tenant.

Not saying you feel this but many think its a get rich quick gig.

for folks in So cal  I think Vegas is a great choice   1. you can drive there   keep in mind flying to other parts of the country to check on property is going to eat up 1 months rent if you go annually.2.

Mainly because, while I think there are some that offer truly valuable information, you need to know where you "holes" are to make sure you are plugging those. 

Thinking about investing in Detroit Michigan. 

I am always happy to chat about hard money - and I am biased, but I think I am an excellent communicator!