This questions is not limited to Jay; I was simply inspired by his words and experience. 

:)Now, for the cool part (no, that wasn't the cool part)... the reason we are selling is:(a) we wanted to capture the equity in the property at a time when it *appears* we've reached the top of the cycle (I don't have a crystal ball, I could be wrong, but things have gotten pretty crazy in our market) AND (b) we are closing on a 24-unit apartment complex in September and want to use that equity towards the down payment on the apartment.

@Amy PedersenJack is now NED (No Evidence of Disease)Thanks I never knew the meaning of my name :-)  Seriously I am glad he is well. its is an inspiring story.

Thanks for sharing and inspiring guys like me who are just starting out.

Hi MarisaWhat a great story and inspiration, I have a couple of questions in regards to my own goals:1) You mention that property management (pm) is key to getting success as an out-of-state investor.

@Mike A. We

My property is a triplex and my renovations will be a little different, but your pictures are filling me with inspiration!

The 7 Essential Habits of Highly Effective People has been very inspirational for me.

@Terri Hollinsworth,We hear about newbies wanting to be taken under a wing. 

I need some real world inspiration!