Well, a large number of our members are rental home/apartment investors but there's plenty of other RE opportunities out there. 

Have you considered selling and capitalizing on another opportunity.

We live in California so I think the opportunities are better when it's OOS.

For those who are running successful Section 8 businesses out-of-state, did you start in just 1 state or if the opportunity made sense would you purchase the property regardless of the state?

It seems like a major missed opportunity.

i live in the suburbs of Baltimore and for the past 5 years I've wanted to house hack a multi-family building and I finally have the down payment needed today.I've been looking in Baltimore County and City for these opportunities but a mixed use building just came on my radar. 

Being nearby allows you to stay hands-on—you can see, touch, and fully immerse yourself in the process.There’s a lot to learn, not just about managing rentals but also about overseeing property management companies.Handling tenants and maintenance can feel overwhelming at times, but starting with a property close to home gives you the opportunity to gain valuable experience.

@Micah HuffmanFrom what you have said here, it sounds like you have your hands on a very good investment property/opportunity.

Your rate will be higher than current, but give you your cash out to use for future opportunities. 

Every interaction is an opportunity to learn, share, and grow your network organically.Looking forward to your contributions and learning from your experiences in both investing and the agency space.