I got so wrapped up in those deals and still working 40+ hrs a week I didn't have the energy to go to the REIA meetings or even log into BP.I think I'm getting the hang of things now and hopefully will have more time to stay in touch with the BP community.

@Michael Cheng I also suggest staying in the bay area market.

I purchased my first in Cranston and as much as I’d like to stay around my house now for the convenience factor I would consider buying elsewhere if I could find a good deal.

Dustin,Definitely stay around Austin for your first few deals.

My full time job is being an RN but like most of us here all I talk about is real estate so others know I have properties and I’ve had travel nurses request a place to stay however this is the first Home I’m testing this out in and opening to short term lease.

they've been good tenants, have owned a home before so know what they're doing (probably more than me at this stage) and if this makes them happier/want to stay longer....all the better.  

Should I stay in my home and try to get some roommates to help with mortgage cost until I gain more equity?

Think about it this way: Walmart might have to lay a bunch of people off, but they will probably stay in business.

Now that it's August, I know they are allowed to stay until 10/1 because I gave them notice this month. 

I would assume that would stay true after trying to refinance after we have 20% equity?