So my wife and I own a few rental properties but we decided about a year ago that for the time being, we wanted to live a minimalist lifestyle while our two kids are young.

They just expect it to support their lifestyle once they stop working along with some tax deductions. 

This aligns well with your frugal lifestyle and long-term investment goals.Refinancing Now: While this means a higher interest rate and increased mortgage payments, it removes your ex from the mortgage immediately, simplifying your financial situation.

NEW TENANT GIFTSHere's what we give new tenants.....Cleaning Bucket with Cleaning Supplies:white vinegar, baking soda, awesome degreaser, disinfectant wipes, carpet spot cleaner, magic eraser, all purpose cleaner, scrub sponge.Tote Bag with Useful Items and Tools:hand soap, paper towels, plastic garbage bags, toilet paper, toilet plunger, Zip-It (strip for clearing hair clogs from drains), plastic clothes hangers (6), shower curtain liner (good quality cloth one), laundry detergent, dish soap/dish detergent, cutting board, "Freeze the Grease, Save the Drain" kit, “Recycle” bag for collecting materials for recyling, magnet with our name and contact information, picture hangers.Refreshments In the Fridge (for move-in day): several bottles of water, healthy snacks, bottle of sparking cider with a welcome note attached.Larger items: Welcome mat, shoe tray.

Determine what you need to make to support your lifestyle that you want. 

These 3 metros have prices cheaper than the national average, healthy rent-to-price ratios, and growing economies--solid market fundamentals. 

Myth 1: STRs create huge tax lossesActually, healthy STRs are supposed to be cash cows.

Retired Lifestyle.  

not everyone's family situation or lifestyle permits, but if you can, you should.now - on to cash flow. 

We ask that because we've got to identify the lifestyle goal before we can determine what it will take to FUND that lifestyle.