Will that be a hinderance in investing US notes.  

The population has been declining there for way too long for me.Chicago has the best cash flows I work with, the Texas cities are always a good bet but their cash flows are a little hindered by higher property taxes but they should still work, Phoenix is a no-go, Atlanta is still good but financing can be tricky unless you have enough cash to make up for a low appraisal (sounds like you do), Charlotte is good, Memphis is good just not my pick, and Indy and KC are always cash flowers but little appreciation potential.If I were to buy tomorrow, it would be Chicago, Atlanta, or the TX cities.

Stanley in his 1997 book "The Millionaire Next Door" argued persuasively that spending a lot of money on a house and living in an upscale neighborhood was one of the main things hindering ordinary people from putting money aside.

I don't want the new job if it's going to hinder that progress, which I think it would.  

Use whatever has hindered you as fuel to keep pushing towards that goal.

There are a couple facts that will likely hinder you:1.

Also if I don’t Make as big of a down payment on a duplex that would hinder the opportunity for cash flow wouldn’t it?

Does it help or hinder the sale of the house? 

By having a none zero balance do i hinder my chances to get approved for cash out on my condo?

My biggest fear is surrounding myself with sub-par people who will hinder my ability to expand my real estate portfolio.