Our household income is currently $320k pre-tax, but I might be getting a new job soon, which could bump our income to around $380-400k pre-tax.Initially, we planned to buy a property and convert it into a duplex, but with houses in our area starting at $650k, we've started considering a different approach.

I don't care how much insurance your tenant has...you will be seen as 'Deep Pockets' guy

If we all had a dime for every new investor who said they had a plan to close 5 in 5 years if you just help me now, we would be so rich!

You can buy under that limit if you plan to use all cash, and it seems to work pretty well. 

Hello Katie,    I am planning to travel soon to South Florida, West Palm Beach area.

I would say yes, if you are planning to grow.

Zillow is not attending planning, commissioner, economic and development meetings in each town or county.

If you're planning to hold this rental for long time replacement is your best course of action.

And really, a step further, I could care less whether people believe it or not!

My septic guy knew my lawn care guy, my lawn care guy connected me with a maintenance guy, my neighbor connected me with a plumber etc.