Now I'm in learning mode as I'd like to build my own mini real estate empire and want to be better informed for my next deal. 

You can use this property to hedge any others that you add that may only cover themselves, or require supplement until they are paid off.HOWEVER, if you have decided that your goal is to use Real Estate as a stepping stone to build wealth by upgrading the property you hold each time (condo to house, house to 4-plex, 4-plex to 8 unit, etc) then I think you are right to sell now while you think the property is at the top of it's appreciation.It will be hard for anyone on BP to tell you what to do as we don't know your goal.You are right. 

I'd also received similar info to be early from my building manager.

Save the low rate: Keep your current loan and focus on building savings for the next down payment through budgeting or a side hustle.2.

While property taxes are higher, the long-term upside is strong for investors looking to build equity while maintaining a solid rental base.If your focus is slow and steady wealth-building, Memphis, Little Rock, and Oklahoma provide great value and predictability.

I think a large part of building wealth is being optimistic and paranoid/scared to death at the same time.

I currently work with investors in the states and out of the states to build a portfolio in Turn-Key, Single-family long-term rentals.

would this be a good strategy to grow your portfolio with a little down and force appreciation into the building and pull out?

I’m drawn to real estate not just for financial freedom but to build a legacy for my family while contributing positively to communities.

you can build triplexes in columbus for cheaper. if it was more about you living in Grandview could work out but that's a tough exit one unit won't even get 0.5% rule.