@John Van UytvenCongrats on landing a RE job that will enhance your knowledge and skill set.  

As a side note I'm apart of a social marketing business that's been the single most beneficial experience to building my business acumen, social skills, and entrepreneurial mindset.Why I'm here.I written down a few goals I've created to give me a point to shoot towards.  

Managers of small buildings tend to be on the lower end of the spectrum in terms of skill set so they take more hand holding.IMO if you sell your duplex and purchase a property that needs property management, you will be back in the same place in short order.

It's not an investment, it's a cash drain.You're doing everything right by living lean, saving money, sticking with the folks for as long as possible and building a skill based business.  

Currently about the only debt they have to their name is about $3700 still owed on his vehicle.The good news is that he does have an alternative skill set that he can fall back on as he has been doing for the past several months.  

I've not heard of companies not hiring out of state employees if they have the skill set the employer is looking for and are willing to move to the company's location.  

why is she unwilling to refinance?

Looking for a trustworthy skilled laborer, Spanish and English, has own vehicle and some tools.

I haven't done this yet, but am going to do this tomorrow if you guys think this is a good idea.My next step will be connecting with a Realtor, or another investor who's skilled at finding deals, and partnering with them. 

Since my home I've continued to sharpen my skills looking for my next project.