Quote from @Jonathan Greene: I like number 1 just based on what I read, especially if you can get a new primary and shave off a downpayment for an investment property.

Books like The Book on Rental Property Investing by Brandon Turner and books by David Greene, also offer a solid foundation.

Quote from @Jonathan Greene: Think of it this way.

Quote from @Brian Quo: Quote from @Jonathan Greene: I think you are weighing the right options if you have the downpayment to enter those markets in a smart way.

Jaycee Greene it's a $376k loan with $3200/month.

There is no such a thing as green economy.

Quote from @Jonathan Greene: You don't have a great case for a tax appeal here because it looks like it was upped based on the renovation and improvements done prior to you buying it.

Quote from @Jamal Moore: Quote from @Jonathan Greene: No.

Quote from @Jaycee Greene: I grew up near the 63031 zip code and know the area welll.

@Jaycee Greene If a unit has a hookup I typically provide the washer/dryer.