This is a great first step into your financial future.

Additionally, I would suggest you run some financial calculations such as cash on cash return as well as any appreciation from the asset if/when you sell.

Once you have a financial base then invest. 

Rocket Mortgage is headquartered downtown as is Ally Financial.

Tenant issues are more likely to arise and then you have the owner....many aren't qualified expertise wise or financially to weather the storm.

Besides the financial liability, I would not want the mental trauma and anxiety of knowing a kid had died in my pool. 

I encourage you to define your financial goals, as real estate presents numerous possibilities.Building a strong foundation of knowledge and connections can significantly impact your success in real estate investing.

So basically in my mind this would not be a great financial move as we be accruing about 200k more in debt if we were to sell one house and take the cash from there and use it as a down payment.

New agents may struggle with periods of no income while waiting for deals to close.Solution: Budget wisely, build a financial cushion, and prepare for slow months.

Avoid deals in poor locations with high vacancy rates, overpriced properties, significant deferred maintenance, and unclear financials.