i do shorter amms because i want them paid off, and keep the cash flow, its one thing if you want 100+ properties, but 15- 20 paid for ones gives me an easy 6 figure income forever, and ever, and my kids lives and their kids lives if managed properly. pay alittle more now for the flexibility, and get them paid off, so what if you have to re-up in 3-5 years, interest rates wont be 10% then, and if they are inflation will drive your rents to cover it anyway, inflation is great in real estate, it means your property will be worth more,  but the purchase price was pre inflation.

My credit is building, My income is sustainable but this will be my first project.

(Rte. 161) in Dublin between Riverside Drive and Sawmill Road.

Btw, my post stands to clarify, I do see the trends of company relocations, population and job growth continuing for Dallas and many large and smaller markets in Texas driving housing demand.

With your drive and determination you can reach your goals in no time :) 

(I see you are in Culver City, make sure you drive the area and walk around to make sure you would enjoy living there) If the market goes down and your property is worth less are you still ok holding it?

I've chosen to listen to the podcast on my drive to/from work.  

I wouldn't worry too much about the distance and drive time.

My partner @Will Jones and myself conducted our research by simply getting out there and driving the various neighborhoods.

I'm willing to make a drive if you would like some company!