My goal is to reach financial freedom as quick as possible. Which would be done by using the cashflow from RE properties. I am trying to figure out if I should also max out my own personal Roth IRA in the S&P or j...

If you want to network or ask specific questions about your local market, go to your local real estate forum and connect with investors from your area: https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/86-local-real-estate-networking5.

All comps must have Days on Market data with them for each comp cited5.

It depends on the market you are looking at as well.

The national office market is showing signs of stabilization as major corporate tenants like Bank of America, Fannie Mae, Bain Capital, and Verizon commit to large lease renewals.

Focus on things on the market.

Over that period you could do better in the stock market.

I have a great property in PHX that we have listed for sale, but I would be interested in running an RAL out of my house (already furnished, 5 bed 3 bath, single story ranch style home with two master bedrooms and a p...

There is a great rental market ($1200 for 2/1 apartments) but house prices are still pretty low.

However, if your GC friend or their colleague was willing to be part of the loan that shouldn't be a problem.Here are some thoughts on your questions about building a new property versus buying existing ones:New construction: - Potential for Growth: Building a new property can be a great way to create exactly what you need for house hacking, especially in a market with low supply.