We checked off just about everything on our list of concerns, and formulated action plans for them.

My request ( in addition to my wife's) - I want to be close to where the real estate investing action is.

I have a plan of action and am ready to start looking at deals.

It might be a little harder on the front end to cover the increased payments, but in the end you'd pay significantly less interest than you would following your method.Sorry if I sound like a sour-puss contrarian; I actually really love these kinds of posts that give real actionable advice, but I also like to hear and offer alternate views.

I've been involved in rehabs for a few years now so I can connect you with great contractors in several other trades as well.

But it's all worth it because I'm trading a smaller portion of profit for something just as valuable; networking.I want to get into investing myself, and if I'm able to make connections at my age and through being a real estate agent, I will have a decent network around me by the time I'm able to make the plunge.

Congrats for taking actionable steps.

Personally I don't see the need for a PM until you have multiple trades (not basic labor, cleaning, painting, etc) that need to be coordinated, scheduled, and the job lasting longer than a couple weeks.

Hi everyone,I'm a writer and professor by trade with a single-residence rental that had been my own home for years after retiring from military service.

I'm an AC tech by trade.