That gave me a bit of a taste of what real estate can do if you find the right deal but I had no idea what I was doing at the time.

In 8+ years the answer to us has always been No.

Herein lies the real problem.

You can also ask the title company to offeer a "lean Fee Sheet" meaning "Cut the fat" and reduce the BS fee's.  

REI is a great thing to start to learn about so you are pursuing something with great long-term value, but you have to know that it's not a quick road to get out of the rat race.What financially free means to you could mean something different to someone else so usually what people are seeking is time freedom.

The $50k Heloc on house 2 was used to begin renovation here.

I like the house hack for your daughter the most because you have a way for her to get going and live with her friends.

Why do you need the RTO money for the down payment? 

Thanks for the advice Wale!

We've installed the Moen leak detection device, which detects leaks both hot water and cold water, and monitors water usage and gives you weekly reports.