A great high functioning portfolio along with a decent W2 goes a very long way to achieving your goals. 

rent is a function of the rental market, and a mortgage is a function of price and rate. 

@Brandon Ja - The standard answer here is to check with your CPA, but from my standpoint expenses that add longevity and functionality to an existing property (including adding square footage) would make that a capital expenditure that can be depreciated over time.

WikipediaSustained and significant population growth: Prices and rents are a function of supply and demand.

Much needed relief ...Austin-Bergstrom International Airport is rolling out a new multimillion dollar expansion plan, the largest expansion in its history.AUS is poised to nearly double in size with the expansion, which is part of the Journey with AUS program.

Something that easily integrates to the Accounting module so that $ amounts from repairs are easily and automatically reflected in the Accounting functionality / reports.

The property should be clean, functional, and safe.A well-maintained property attracts higher-quality renters that will pay more, stay longer, and take better care of the home.

I've found that using thia tool has significantly improved my communication with tenants and reduced the number of late rent payments.Finally, I appreciate the reporting functionality.

If my largest expense after Milton was a $600 water bill, I would pay it and be grateful to be so lucky.

Chicago is about to make history as it becomes home to one of the largest quantum computing campuses in the world.