Looks like there is a trimester discount of $650 off if you're serious.

Once you find a priority you like, use DealCheck.io to analyze it. 

If it is a woodsy getaway that's great, like a cabin.

We have a couple of houses that we would like to hold on to for now and possibly sell in a couple of years.

People who can afford a property like that will buy a home themselves instead of renting(majority of the time).

I have always loved athletics because of competition and teamwork, but would like to enter the world of Real Estate.My short-term goals in Real Estate include starting a career in an aspect of Real Estate investment.

Figure and NYFTY are easy automated HELOC programs with super quick closings (I did one for a client that funded in like 72 hours from loan app). 

@Daria B. it sounds like you were the seller, you have the credit, and you did a 1031.

I am seeking an early retirement and it looks like real estate is the way. 

For your example, making the basement fully operational as a livable space seems like a great value add.