But, if that is supplementing regular income sources then that can be used to continue to expand the portfolio.That would be the short term goal.

It might not even go down at all depending on how the market treats it, but continue the purchase renegotiate now while you can and take the chances.

Hello All,My name is Erika, I am a 21 year old college student in Boston,MA I am currently in the education stage of real estate investing.

@Madeline jI would continue to maximize your 403b contributions but keep in-mind that you generally won't be able to transfer those funds to an IRA until you either stop working for that employer or reach age 59 1/2. 

I decided to quit my six figure job to fulfill my real estate investment education and devote time to it, I knew it was the only way for me to learn anything and truly achieve the financial independence I was aspiring for. 

Be sure to have one installed and have it wired to the light switch, ideally with a delay so it keeps running for a few minutes after your tennat took a nice hot shower.Also, make sure you educate your tenant about mold and why it's growing.

@Kim Meredith Hampton that was my gut feeling, I just didn't want to run in to any legal issues if his claim did happen to be true but couldn't produce paperwork and I continued with the lease I have.  

I have been trying to get my real estate investing started and I just seem to continue to sputter. 

There is TONS of helpful and well-educated people on BP, including myself, though my expertise lies in developing and rehabber, I am knowledgeable on many things in REI so don't be afraid to connect with me and ask away. 

Try North American Savings Bank and First Western Federal Savings as leaders in the field.If the trust is under an IRA, then you will want to be sure to educate yourself on the concept of UDFI taxation on debt-financed real estate income.