@John Kirtley It's definitely gone up a lot in value, but you can compare the values to Folly or Isle of Palms (Sullivans isn't really comparable) to see the future growth.

My recommendation would be different if you were a high-income earner or if you wanted steady equity growth.

We are starting to explore options for buying his shares to eliminate him as a risk and a roadblock but still have funds leftover for growth.

I think getting one-on-one coaching or small group coaching in a very specific niche of real estate by someone who is very good at that specific niche is a much better learning and growth environment compared to the large education programs that are out there.

Plus you'll most likely make more money in home value growth compared to a multi family. 

I am from some of the worst areas in Detroit and have since moved outside of the areas that would be considered “unsafe” but because I am from Detroit I am familiar with areas that are redeveloping and have great growth potential; lots of new construction, townhomes even, and lots of land.

Strong rental markets with low vacancy rates are ideal for long-term holds, while areas with high ARV growth are great for flips.

You’ll be playing for appreciation and rent growth.

Both for the victories and for the defeats.After I lost $25-30K to the despicable human beings that used to be called Growth Equity Group, see my post here: https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/311/topics/656274-growth-equity-group-how-170-investors-were-scammedI was upset for about a month.

Purchase price: $376,613 Moved to Orange Park, Florida, from Delaware three years ago, choosing this home as the perfect place to settle and grow. The