Plus, it puts your personal residence cost into the financial mix. 

What’s your strategy: focusing on cash flow, appreciation, or a mix of both?

I had to start the eviction process, but fortunately, they left a little over a month after their lease ended—just before it went to court.These challenges reinforced the importance of tenant screening and clear leases, lessons I’d carry with me throughout the year.Summer: Refinancing and Big ChangesSummer brought a mix of wins and challenges:I began having issues with the garden unit tenants, which would escalate later in the year.After learning from the screening mistakes I made with the garden unit, I updated the third-floor unit and rented it to great new tenants.

We actually keep a pantry pretty well stocked with basics:  tea, coffee, cleaning supplies & laundry stuff, cup of noodles, ramen, soup, oatmeal packets, microwave popcorn, spices, bottled water, lemonade mix/crystal light, etc.  

A mix of both might even be ideal!

I plan to continue to invest in a mix of both RE syndication and our own rental properties going forward depending on what makes the most sense and offers the best returns. 

Normally they would mix the concrete by hand. 

However, a recent delay in its opening, now pushed to 2025 due to supply chain challenges and other logistical issues, has created a mixed landscape for real estate investors.Real Estate Growth: The Big PictureWhen fully operational, BlueOval City is projected to employ about 6,000 people.

I got the terms mixed with open mortgage (no penalty to pay off early, but higher interest rates) and closed (more typical mortgage with lower rates, but the penalties to pay off the mortgage)...that'll teach me not to post too early in the morning :)

Also, ask your agent for recommendations—they often have relationships with dependable contractors.Look for areas with a mix of affordability and growth potential.