The first few weeks were great, but at some point, you realize that all of your friends are working and you can only watch that much daytime TV.

How you use the equity will be important. 

Start with Reonomy or Costar to identify all the 100+ units in your target market (on and off market) and then see if you can get into direct contact with some owners.

Can you make a higher return than what the interest rate on the HELOC?

Everyone will tell you it’s great to get started early, or you can just move after a year, but in the current environment in our region the rent your property will generate after you move out will likely be less than your mortgage, if you are tied to the area and feel confident you want to stay in whatever property you buy for 3-5 years go for it, if you want flexibility rent and throw that money into and index fund. 

Then you can avoid the self promotion issue. 

Sometimes getting involved for a few years makes you realize you don't like it.

They are currently 10 weeks, and required before you can make a permit application for a house. 

Tacoma is a fantastic market with a lot of opportunity, so you’re starting in the right place.Here’s how you can connect with local experts and start building your skills:Attend local meetups and networking events.

For the lease, can you list the girlfriend as an occupant rather than a co-tenant since she won’t be a financially responsible party?