The dilemma I have is to pay it off right away, lower the mortgage, or buy an investment property, or perhaps invest money somewhere else.I'm thinking of investing in a rental.

My dilemma is I am making $1300 rent which should be higher I think around $1500 when I could own a 2 unit duplex with approximately the same debt and cost at $250k and make 2x$1200 mo rent.  

So, they often just make you personally guarantee the loan to the LLC.As your LLC builds cash flow and demonstrates good financial health and management, lenders will consider lending to it without a personal guarantee.I'd consult an attorney in creating the LLC, reviewing loan documents, etc.Good luck.

@Ben Sears A Global Financial Statement is a snap shot for the bank to take a look at your financial health and the financial health of you businesses.  

My name is Megan Allmandinger, I am originally from Cedar Rapids, IA and am currently working as an Online Health and Fitness Coach in SE Florida.

Where by default you get free education health and all kinds of goverment goodies that I didn't appreciate at the time.

These were all elderly tenants with health issues. 

That's about it for the actual pet...... they don't "mark" or have other issues that will damage the property at any higher rate than a spayed dog.If she has puppies, the risk of property damage goes WAY up......The biggest consideration I see is that whether their pet is "altered" or not is a rough gauge on how good of a pet owner they are....do they actually invest $$ in the health and well being of their pets or do they just do the bare minimum.

@Melak Firdo I like this area as it's backed by HNHF.https://www.nationwidechildrens.org/about-us/population-health-and-wellness/healthy-neighborhoods-healthy-familiesBasically a Billion dollar hospital wanted to see an area in their front yard to be revitalized.

I’m in the process of purchasing a fully occupied duplex. 2 beds 2 bath on both units. FHA loan with 3.5% down with intent of moving in after one of the tenants lease ends.If I change my mind and want to keep it as a ...