They have been talking about it for almost 20 years and have never broke ground.

Let’s talk strategies to help all of us keep more of our hard-earned money!

The few people I've talked to don't really have good opinions on it. 

When we moved, we turned it into a rental, hoping this would be the start of our real estate journey—something we’d like to continue once my husband retires.Some key details:My husband is active duty and will retire in 3 years.We have one final move coming up this summer to Raleigh, NC.Our current debts are crippling us—the high interest makes it tough to stay afloat every month.The plan I proposed to my husband:Sell the rental property.Use the proceeds to pay off all our debts, set aside emergency funds and a down payment for our next home.Free up $1,500/month from debt payments, and that also can stash in a high-yield savings account.Regain full VA loan entitlement, allowing us to purchase a multifamily home and use the house hacking strategy for up coming move.Avoid capital gains tax, since April marks five years of ownership, and the tenant’s lease ends in May.This wasn’t our original plan, and we hate the idea of using our equity to pay off debt.

Since these loans are 3-5 years, they will continue to pay over that time while I continue to build the 'snowball.' 

Talking to an appraiser early is a smart move—they can guide you on what improvements will add the most value.Don’t forget to fix any deferred maintenance and highlight unique features like tall ceilings or original hardwood floors.Let us know how it goes, and feel free to ask more questions—we’re here to help!

if you go to a meetup and talk with a friendly PM in a networking setting, they will probably be willing to share information.

Stop hanging out with your deadbeat buddies who spend all day drinking, talking sports, and otherwise wasting away.

I am reading a bunch of real estate investing books , talking to realtors & loan officers, and trying to educate myself best I can.I'm also looking to expand my network within the real estate investing community, and I believe this is a great opportunity to connect.

This trend has continued since 2024, and buyers absolutely love them.