Originally posted by @Crystal Smith:@Robert Phillips:  There are no guarantees but we invest thru LLCs for protection & tax reasons.  

Wouldn't we all like a crystal ball?...

The podcasts have helped crystallize my focus and built up my courage to move from talker to doer.  

This is just my opinion because there’s no exact science behind this and I don't have a crystal ball.

I don't have much faith in BOAs crystal ball, either, just asking for clarification.  

When it happens is a crystal ball prediction.....Also heard that the feds might drop the rate 1-2 more times in the next 12 months.......

Yes, I made it crystal clear I was prepared to cover the full term of the lease.

Crystal Smith thank you!!

You need to know your strategy.I’m a little concerned about you committing to a mortgage if your job is unstable, thus you must make sure your purchase will pay for itself, ie cash-flow.Advice:Read the book by Josh Dorkin and Brandon Turner on beginning in RE to get crystal clear on what strategy you want to pursue if you are uncertain.

A couple of things flawed with your options:No body has a crystal ball so unless you are certain that there will be a fire sale 2/3/4 years while you are in CD's, stay in the real estate game.