This is due to the  increase in mortgage rates and house prices.Pros/cons as I see it:Pros: two appreciating assets versus one; as rents rise, we’ll make more net income.cons: less cash flow, double capex, double maintenance.Anyone mind letting me know your thoughts?

Is it feeding into the 5/5 school versus the one 2 blocks away that feeds into the 2/5 school?  

I’ve been working in this space for over 20 years, and I’ve seen firsthand how choosing between neighborhoods versus suburbs can significantly impact your returns.City Neighborhoods: Wicker Park, Logan Square, and BridgeportIf you’re eyeing Chicago neighborhoods, I’d suggest considering areas like Wicker Park, Logan Square, and Bridgeport.

Do you mind elaborating on the consolidation versus liquidation approach?

Sometimes it's ambiguous, but even then, why should I bother with the company that has numerous unresolved lawsuits, versus another company that is virtually the same but has none.

Versus 19 units at $250k per unit and $1800 average rents is $4.75m and probably needs $1-2m for a down payment to acquire. 

If you're talking about investing in New Construction versus existing houses, and not GC'ing new construction then your lenders won't care about your construction background. 

It sounds like you're on the right track with a clear goal in mind 8-10 properties and leaving the W-2 in 3-5 years is ambitious but definitely doable with the right strategy.When it comes to whether to be aggressive with paying down one property versus spreading it across a few and paying down slower, it really depends on your risk tolerance and long-term goals.

How can I help versus how can I benefit.  

What repairs/improvements do you NEED to do, versus THINK?