Since real estate and laws governing such are primary state differentiated, the transition will be uneven.

I raised the rent to $800 because I was planning to transition the units to paying for their own heat so a lower rent amount was fair.

I think transitioning to LTR will definitely remove a lot of the pressure, but the profits aren't where I would need them to be.

Flexibility for Future Moves: When I decided to move out later, I can continue renting both units, creating a consistent income stream even after transitioning to a new home.

It is a GREAT place for either flips or BRRRR right now, especially if you focus in MO.Great growth from athletics and infrastructure advancements (solid public transit) that with the World Cup coming and a few other things in the near future, highly recommend it before it gets too expensive.Happy to talk through it if you are interested.Good luck!

I am currently a special education teacher looking to transition to real estate full time in the near future.My hobbies include staying up to date with the market, leatherworking, and being a geek/nerd with my friends!

You could also look into using a HELOC (Home Equity Line of Credit) on your current home to fund part of your next investment, thereby keeping your savings intact.Moving and Renting Out the Current Home: Transitioning into a duplex, living in one unit while renting the other, plus renting out your current house, can significantly accelerate your investment pace.

As for snow removal and mowing, our transition months where the grass is dormant, and we aren't getting any snow is fairly substantial (spring and fall).

On the other hand, apartment syndication offers substantial economies of scale, which seems to be a common transition for many real estate investors, as I’ve heard on numerous podcasts.I would love to hear your thoughts on which route you think I should pursue and why.

When a loan is sold to a new servicer, the original lender can share borrower information to facilitate a smooth transition.