If you continue to want to think like this, just don't go into a business, especially like RE.

Thanks for your continued helpful responses.  

The second phase will introduce modest restrictions, with continued data analysis to inform further regulatory measures.

Capital Gains:If your current rentals are cash-flowing and covering your mortgage, adding more properties that you can rehab and rent out or sell could significantly boost both your cash flow and equity positions.The decision might come down to whether you’re more interested in building long-term wealth through real estate or continuing to grow the IT business.

It's a completely different ball game post 2022 than it was pre-2021 as the Tampa Bay market continues to become more and more "professionalized" like other big markets like Orlando, Scottsdale, Nashville, etc. 

It's common to see pre-payment penalties in this loan product and now lenders are less inclined to negotiate these pre-payment penalties down knowing rates are expected to continue to decrease which incentivizes the borrower to refinance.

If you continue to house hack, I see no reason why you should sell the property.If you did a 1031 exchange, are you able to cashflow greater and/or target a better an area with higher appreciation rates? 

I find too many people struggle to come up with a name, just pick it and continue to focus on what makes you money.

Best thing you and your husband can do is to continue to increase your cash position, which will gradually open you to more and more potential investment opportunities, markets, and strategies.

They have been fighting one in Narragansett for as long as I can remember.