We're about to come into this situation again due to a military move and I'm contemplating the whole situation all over again.  

I'm Florence, and moved from the most expensive market in Canada (Vancouver) to the second priciest one here in Toronto three years ago :)I purchased and sold condos and learned a lot from family who did the same, and am comfortable with tenant selection and management although we rent to yuppie A+ tenants or students which makes it much easier.I am contemplating stepping out of my comfort zone as I consider next steps.

I have been contemplating for a long time about real estate and came across this website by listening to this podcast, it has motivated me in many ways.

However that being said, the 1031 is a powerful tool when you are contemplating selling real estate that has a very low basis and want to purchase other investment real estate that fits your needs better.

Here's one way:http://www.pcworld.com/article/2044412/convert-a-p...That said, we're contemplating a dedicated Kindle version . . . not 100% sure what we're going to do at the moment, though.

I've been contemplating the idea of becoming a real estate investor for some time now, but kept putting it aside to save up enough for a good down payment.

I'm contemplating whether it would be more cost-effective to pay him a salary for management and maintenance based off a percentage of collected rental income.  

My husband put the man to work on the job for a while, until they found housing.As far as pepper spray, you're asking for a lawsuit or criminal charges for assault, so I'd be careful.

What you are contemplating is scaring the crap out of me.

I'm going to be coming across some extra $$ soon which is why I'm even contemplating going with a bigger list.