These are big money plays life changing profits but RISK you bet..

This is a personal choice and depends largely on your risk tolerance level and the current demand for rentals in your area.Vehicle Repossessions: Having a vehicle repossessed is strong indication that a tenant cannot handle their money very well.

Quote from @Brett Jurgens: @Jay HurstThanks for responding3.75%, 30yr fixedLike others have said, with that interest rate your best bet is probably to do a home equity line of credit (HELOC) to put towards an investment that you can quickly recoup your initial investment on.

I’m betting on it.  

I am betting 0. because anger and blame is easy.

But for an OOS investor one consideration is access to support, first of all PM & contractors, and you have more choices in the much larger Milwaukee metro area than in a smaller submarket.

If I remember correctly it was something like the developer had a press conference and said if we don't pass this second vote we'll have no choice but to put in a Top Golf. 

You’ve made a great choice diving into real estate investing—it can truly be life-changing.

Betting on future price appreciation and equity growth is just that "betting". 

Fine - use what ever suits you.Mortgage acceleration is a choice, not a requirement.