I don't think those are bad things and sometimes the personal decision for your ideal life outweighs the "conventional hold forever" decision.You have options, that's the best place you can be.

A majority of the sentiment from the listening session on the 18th was in favor of STRs and there were a lot of people who shared personal stories of their rentals or their business which support their life, family, and future retirement of inheritance for their families. 

My ultimate goal is to acquire enough real estate to achieve financial freedom, allowing me to travel, provide a comfortable life for my family, and teach my children about discipline, financial literacy, and the wealth-building potential of real estate.I’m here to learn, share, and connect with others who share this passion.

It's not perfect but it's a start and something for you both to look forward to as you continue building your life together.Some other questions to consider are:1.

Thank you for all the tips an I am a learner of life trying to get all the knowledge i can get. 

During the slow season, do you personally focus on getting more rentals, focus more on family/personal life, or do you do something else?

In theory they've tried all they can and are stuck on stupid feeling there life is about to be burnt to the ground. 

And since your life, such as it is, consists of responding to every BP post mentioning yourself within 15 seconds, you should have no problem responding within the next, say, 1 hour with your “evidence” to back up your slanderous remark. 

I have no w2 job, a lot of toys (need to get a plane), can do what I want, can assist my son to find his way in life (he is leading his 2nd rehab) and if I wanted I have generational wealth (I have given away a lot money the last few years).  

Hey @Mordechai Chaimovitz - It sounds like you are talking about Chicago's NW side because there are definitely tons of areas in Chicago where a 2 flat can cashflow well.I know for me buying on the nw side was critical to my personal well-being and life happiness.