None of that matters because the algorithm and pacing of the sites and their own personal directives change faster than the speed of light.

I’m saving as much as I currently can and would be on pace for a decent down payment in about 10 years.

Find your own pace. 

We're also able to evaluate our rates, and keep pace with inflation, on a monthly and quarterly basis because of shorter term leases.Now we syndicate larger self-storage deals and work with passive investors.

Appreciation is just the cherry on top.The last few years Toledo somewhat caught up with appreciation but I believe we are capped now.It's a slow moving market and always behind the rest of the country.There is just not enough demand/infrastructure growth like in other markets to support continued appreciation.Historical data shows the Toledo market appreciating at the pace of inflation which is nothing to brag about hehe.IMO, it's a cashflow play and you should consider building a larger portfolio because it will be safer.Owning 1-2 properties can be a "hit and a miss" and really not the providers or PM's fault.There is a high likelihood of turnover so it's important to build a larger portfolio.If you experience "drama" on 1 or 2 properties, the other 4-5 are performing and can subsidize any losses incurred on the few that temporarily aren't performing.Wishing you much success

I would recommend joining Pace's Subto mentorship right away.

Income not keeping pace with housing prices will be a huge factor for multi-generational house holds & house hacking. 

Wholesale deal, it was extremely fast paced and had to move quickly on securing the HML and acquiring the funds needed to close.

Continuing to house hack allows you to expand your investments at a manageable pace and maintain a lower risk profile, aligning with your commitment to your family's future.Our whole portfolio is here, and it all was made possible in the beginning stages by house hacking and equity build.

But, during the boom and bust of the great housing bubble, everyone was caught in the frenetic pace.