Originally posted by @Jesse Mancuso:This post is offering a fascinating array of opinions.

It is a super fascinating tool to leverage your cash flow.I can see how this could be really useful for someone who is nearing retirement age and wanting to live off cash flow and want more cash flow without tying up a bunch of cash into a new property.

.$83 BillionCommittee on Commerce, Science and TechnologyInvest in technology and transportation.

And the fascinating thing to me about this topic is that I wouldn't say you're necessarily wrong, while many could make a good case that you are- again, no right or wrong, no one way to skin the cat.Isn't cash flow what you really want at the end of the day? 

Many of them will also know how to blend the art and science of deal analysis, which goes way beyond cap rate.

“Tempe has created a community that is a microcosm of what is great about Arizona: great accessibility to a young and knowledge-based workforce (median age is 28 and 42% of residents have a bachelor’s degree or better), Arizona State and the University of Advancing Technology are producing technology-proficient graduates in engineering, software, development, computer science, etc.,” says Maria Laughner, Economic Development Program Manager, City of Tempe.Tempe already has office space for ZipRecruiter, Amazon, and Microsoft.

@John Sharpe Woah....it's fascinating to me how you put that...

That's why Bro Investors often buy because their friends are, but none of them understand the science of real estate and deal-making.I made no attempt to tie into your original post; I only had a point about the concept of value.

Sorry for all the questions but looking to get into my 2nd rental very soon and rent by room has fascinated me but has left me with a lot of questions.

Fascinating read nonetheless!