I only bought to sell for a profit, eventually enabling me to buy nicer properties closer to home.

Knowing that contractors cheat the IRS and that many investors enable it is helpful?

INNAGO is a free tool that enables you to screen applicants, set up monthly payments, and manage everything in between.It's advisable to adhere to your lease terms and maintain a record of any notices exchanged between you and your tenant.Wishing you the best of luck.

Seller financing can attract buyers seeking flexible financing, possibly enabling a higher sale price and transforming the $30,000 loss into a profit.

It's a waiting game really.

Once I've added value to the property, I have the flexibility to decide whether to sell it or refinance for a cash-out option, enabling me to repay the credit cards.I'm not a financial advisor, just simply sharing what has worked for me. 

It sounds like you have plenty of money and a good credit score enabling you to purchase a turnkey rental property with tenant in place, and cashflowing, depending on where you are shopping.  

And we bought another 3plex a year after, and living rent free in one, and having free cash flow of $1,500/month on the 2nd one which enabled my wife to quit her job 2 years later.

It has led me to so many more ideas and creativity on what I know want to do with Real Estate but also how to help other people understand the complexities of the game. Really

In these cities, your financial resources will go a long way enabling you to assemble a diverse multifamily portfolio and initiate a steady stream of income.