Louisville MSD just increased rates 7% again and this year we are averaging $700/month between water+sewer bill which has basically bankrupt the association as all prior years were budgeted for half of this.

@Frank Chin Long time!  

We are both hoping to reduce our taxes this year as we paid a lot in taxes last year.

The 5yr Treasury is a good example at the moment.Bottom line, by the time the Fed cuts in September, the financial market and mortgage lenders will have LONG since adjusted rates accordingly (and they arguably already have).

If you can design the layout to maximize rental income, it could pay off in the long run.- Learning Opportunity: Having your friend as a general contractor at a discounted rate is a fantastic opportunity.

I got a quote for roof repair, but of course we are on a time crunch due to the contract, and as always you never know how much more damage they find when they open things up.

New Market Dynamics and Competitive Pricing: With more competition around commission rates, investors might benefit from lower transaction costs in the long term.

I am fine for long term growth and don't mind working for the next 20-30 years to build a sustainable portfolio with no mortages on them as the end game plan.What would you do? 

Going to hold the two I have long term and try to add 2 or 3 per year.

We plan on being  long distance owners/mgrs and can't imagine findng & hiring someone to rent a truck, drive around and grab furniture on a onesy/twosy basis, particularly within a reasonable timeframe to not delay launch.