I use eggshell on the walls, flat only on ceilings and high gloss on trim and windows.

The market is competitive, so I focused on being the best—from high-quality furnishings to top-tier management.

I could come up with a down payment for an investment property in a different state easier than my home state at prices are pretty high in the 300-400 k just for townhomes.

Quote from @Owen Wang: I am 17 years old and will graduate high school next year.

Coming from an area where rents are much lower (a 2-bed, 1-bath, 1,500 sqft rental averages $1,270/month), I was shocked by the high rental prices in Danbury.

Unemployment was high but I had savings and managed to find work.

BiggerPockets also has a calculator to analyze deals, and I highly recommend you start this as soon as possible, even if you are not ready to buy.

Highly recommended.

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Make sure you are highly dedicated and motivated to take action.