Once you get settled, I would love to join the meeting as well (whether virtual or in-person).

After I reached that goal, I set a new goal of 3x the required income for financial independence with the intent of giving 2/3 of it to charity.I don't believe in leaving a massive legacy for my children.

And Point of Sale, don't even get me started on that Communist BS. 

In California there is $800 franchise tax per LLC per year, which discourages a lot of RE investors from getting an LLC.

It's the safest way to start and it's a guaranteed profit when you get the right deal!

Here’s my recommendation to get it under control: For a quick fix, start by sealing up any gaps using acoustic caulk around outlets, baseboards, or other small openings.

The previous Owner had purchased the property in 11/23 and did a comprehensive update and then had to suddenly get out of it.

Plus the added requirements around getting drawings and general contractor for even adding a tiny closet.

I've got about $525K in equity in the property, but lenders have told me that I cannot get a HELOC to access that equity for additional purchases because the duplex was financed as an investment - they have said TX law dictates that HELOC can only be used on primary residences.

Some clients who are more aggressive will invest in B-/C+/C class areas in Dayton 1-4 units and get A LOT of cash flow, but incur risks of evictions, expensive turnover renovations, and general C class neighborhood headaches.What are you looking to achieve?