If you do the cashout, but you're not able to use that cash right now, how much of a hit will it take from inflation?

The following bullet points paraphrase those comments:We want to avoid an unforced downturn by overtighteningIf we wait to see lagging variables like unemployment and inflation return to a steady state, we could easily overtightenWe are starting to see the economy slowingWe are now in a stage where we need to be thoughtfulA slower pace of rate hikes should be considered at this pointAll of the above is very important because it suggests the sentiment exists among Fed members to begin to consider a rate-friendly shift in monetary policy.

In addition, the amount owed in student loans will depreciate over time due to inflation. $100 debt aquired in 2015 will not be as much in 10 years.Go for real estate - but read up and find your niche before you pull the trigger. 

Be careful with wholesalers as the numbers they provide often have inflated ARVs and under-cost reno estimates. 

@khemaroHere in Columbus it is going to be tough to locate properties on market that aren't heavily inflated.  

The Fed announced it will continue on a path of rate hikes deep into 2023 amidst good news on inflation data. 

Frankly,  this very moment isn’t a great time for much in real estate given the Fed’s efforts to slow down the economy and fight inflation.  

The main reason I am asking is that the funds sitting in the Roth cash accounts are not working for us - particularly in this high inflation environment.

Can I look at what I pay currently and assume maybe a 10-20% inflation and that gets me in the right ballpark? 

I think it is easy to assume that most want to do is as a hobby and that is where the failure rate becomes inflated since many are not truly passionate about real estate.