The proceeds could be reinvested into something with better returns or even used to simplify your finances(Like Bettment still offer 4.75% for new customers, and you don't need to do anything!).

My biggest challenge right now is finding a property management company that offers rent-by-the-room leasing services.

Most propane suppliers will offer a discount if you purchase your own tanks outright, I save around $1.00 per gallon.

As you know in many real estate deals, the money is made at the buy.Personally, I'm focused on off-market deals where we can create value.Curious—how did you frame your offer to get them to drop without hesitation?

Also, based on what I wrote, if any of you do off market buying, I would appreciate ANY advice.

I base my rents on the condition of the unit and the competition. 

Durham tends to offer slightly better cash flow opportunities compared to Raleigh, especially if you’re targeting neighborhoods that are up-and-coming but still affordable.

Do you have a specific revenue target in mind for hiring, or are you basing it more on workload?  

If that's the case, you should be able to rate/term refinance at ~75% LTV with a DSCR loan, and with some interest-only basis, your payment will go to ~$850 (based on ROUGH pricing TODAY).

Hi Charles, I'm also based in Honolulu with young kids and in a similar situation to you, have also thought about buying an investment property in Japan that we could use part-time and rent out at other times.