If you're only going to be in the mortgage for a year or three, you will come out ahead.

@Cameron RileyI understand avoiding subscriptions but QuickBooks online is $20 a month.

And for sure it depends on market and market conditions.. some markets you can drive down each block and see three board ups in other markets you will be lucky to see one distressed house out 500 homes.. 

I will need to keep my day job for a little while longer, but my ultimate goal is to be able to quit in three years, fill the void of my 9 to 5 paycheck with horizontal income, and spend more time with my family.If you’ve read this far thanks for letting me share.On to my scenario and question(s):We currently have two houses, one in Florida and one in Arizona, both with a mortgage.

I will need to keep my day job for a little while longer, but my ultimate goal is to be able to quit in three years, fill the void of my 9 to 5 paycheck with horizontal income, and spend more time with my family.If you’ve read this far thanks for letting me share.On to my scenario and question(s):We currently have two houses, one in Florida and one in Arizona, both with a mortgage.

Feel free to call or text me. 434-906-09 three three.

We lived in one unit and rented the other three out. 

I myself have been going quite hard; three four plexes in the last three years, as well as 50/50 with son on a 5 and 8 plex!

I've heard of several that began with three people and grew to 50 or more. 

@Viktoria Barrett it will cost you an MLS subscription, a local Realtor association due, and possibly an eKey monthly fee depending on what brokerage you join.The classes to get your Realtor license are a good way to learn about the industry.