@Robert MedinaI agree with @JD Martin that you’re in a strong position with $600/month cash flow and a solid equity base.

Additional DetailsI’m willing to invest in out-of-state properties, though I prefer areas with good property management options.My primary focus is passive income, but I’m also interested in value-add opportunities.I want to ensure these investments provide strong tax benefits and diversify my portfolio.I’d love to hear from experienced investors:What would you do in my position?

But with each passing day, doing the song-n-dance of Corporate America started to feel like my soul was being sucked from my body.

Moreover, I would recommend prioritizing a W2 position over 1099 self-employment/sales for two reasons.

There is now some positive cash flow (not much considering the value of the asset, but a lot considering where the initial cash flow was).  

In my home market of Florida, our insurance rates have made it much harder to have positive cash flow on a CRE deal.

I've been seeing far too many people with bad experiences and not enough with positive ones, unfortunately. 

You have fixed cost so it is better to get some bodies in there so you can get market rent later. 

If you're open to expanding your search, Columbus OH also has positive cash flowing deals at an affordable price point - $120k-$180k. 

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