I would stay above board.

If not it is always best to stay conservative when analyzing deals. 

What happens to the returns if you stop self-managing and are you okay with that as you scale or would you prefer to stay small and local? 

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?