I simply point out that doing an extra enlistment makes you exponentially more marketable due to the added managerial experience senior enlisted and the added scope of job responsibilities you gain as you move up in rank.

Now I'd like to enlist the wisdom of the members to solve this complex equation.

Welcome @Jason DixonMy son enlisted in the Navy in 9-16 and will be heading to Pearl Harbor on 4-25 as a Submariner.  

As far as how to find my first property, I'm checking the common listing websites like Zillow and Trulia, but will also be enlisting the help of a Realtor to send me regular MLS listings with my criteria and will probably start Driving for Dollars soon.

I'm currently enlisted in the military but I am trying to push towards a career that I'm more interested in pursuing.

I used the TREC forms online and enlisted the help of a trusted realtor who answered some of my questions.

Many condo owners enlist a PM firm because they can fulfill that function as well as handle bookings, cleaning, etc.

When I told him financing, he then enlisted his agent and told me to talk to his agent.

Do you manage all the properties yourself or enlist a PMC to do the leg work.

With that as your starting point I would recommend finding a way to let her out of the lease that doesn't cause you to lose any money.I usually enlist them to find me a qualified replacement tenant, who I then screen just as I would normally screen anyone else.