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. 

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

@Jimmy O'Connor I noticed that only trendy bars and coffee shops was one of your top mentions… I think you should also consider school district - at least when it comes to building a rental portfolio in these areas.

I have experience in single family fix and flip, 1-4 family rentals, small apartments (10-30 unit), 100+ unit apartments, development, commercial retail, industrial and office.

You will lose one of the best benefits of the real estate industry, appreciation.

We built that on land we already had and used cash to build ourselves. 

Hey Nicholas, Building your team will be crucial.

I want to learn the best strategies, find motivated sellers, and connect with experienced investors.If you have any advice on marketing, contracts, or building a buyers list, I’d love to hear it.

My husband is a licensed general contractor with experience in building semi-custom homes, finish carpentry, kitchen & bath design, cabinet installation, and much more.

Many traditional banks won’t touch them, and even DSCR lenders will avoid them if the build out is done prior the securing long term debt.