That could be a great way to find and stay engaged with local investors, realtors and opportunities. http://www.biggerpockets.com/alertsYou can also search for other investors or brokers in your market and follow their journey on Bigger Pockets here: https://www.biggerpockets.com/search/usersAnd of course, be sure to subscribe to the podcast - so much great info there and also full of inspiration.

I still haven't decided if I will be getting out or staying in but hearing others make the jump is reassuring. 

You told me with a straight face that he felt the bank would let me stay in the house.

Our goal is to get to the point where our passive income will cover what i currently make(somwhere around 12 units) and i can stay at home to raise my boy.

That could be a great way to find and stay engaged with local investors, realtors and opportunities. http://www.biggerpockets.com/alertsYou can also search for other investors or brokers in your market and follow their journey on Bigger Pockets here: https://www.biggerpockets.com/search/usersBest of luck to you and look forward to following your success on BP!

I am a stay-at-home mom and I'm ready to work my bottom off to learn! 

That could be a great way to find and stay engaged with local investors, realtors and opportunities. http://www.biggerpockets.com/alertsYou can also search for other investors or brokers in your market and follow their journey on Bigger Pockets here: https://www.biggerpockets.com/search/usersBest of luck to you and look forward to following your success on BP!

Ugh I was proud of myself for staying off BP most of today, then I come on here and see this.

Yes, jobs were lost but other jobs were created via adaptation and evolution. 

What if you stayed there and used a HELOC to invest with while your condo continues to appreciate?