Just remember to factor in that you will now have fixed monthly payments on the original three which will reduce your cash flow.

Also remember that we are getting to the slow months to lease up properties and it may take a while.

I would try to network with other MTR landlords in the area to determine best course of action  Yea, I would agree that the rate wouldn't be on par as an MTR that is furnished, however I do remember from my renter days that the shorter duration leases were more expensive per month than the yearly leases. 

Remember, you are the conduit to the deal.

But one thing you can do so they dont high jack your EM  remember both buyer and seller have to sign to release it if does not close.Is see if you can put up NO EM but put 50k as downpaymnet for the property show it as part of the purchase price then you can demand it back on just your sig

Consider consulting with real estate professionals who can provide valuable insights and guidance.As you move forward, remember to remain flexible and open to opportunities that arise.

Remember that their success is your success, so be their accountability partner through being highly versed in the real estate investing arena yourself.

As @Chris Seveney mentioned there is not really enough equity in house 3 to get a meaningful LOC. even if you were able to leverage enough to pay off House 2 the new rate you would be paying would be higher than the existing mortgage, so you would still be behind overall.Your ROI on those payoffs vs keeping money in index funds is not very good either.Lastly, remember that cash flow from rentals can seem good until it’s not.

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