The numbers showed that option 2 closes the performance gap as I approached my target retirement age (65+) and exceeded it in retirement.My calculation does not factor in equity appreciation - just compounding of present value.I like the fact that option 2 gives me income while waiting for retirement. 

Unfortunately reality quickly set in when we contracted an engineering firm to start the septic and wastewater plan. 

I have a meeting set for next week with an RE attorney but want to have an idea about my financing options both short term and long term.

Are you set on investing with the long term strategy or are you also open to short term? 

A google search will turn up a number of firms that can help you and have tutorials explaining more about them and the details to set them up for you.

Particularly be sure to include your goals for real estate investing so that folks can help you. 2) Follow your favorite forum topics and set up keyword alerts!

I made 120k in equity last year with the sale of the houses but because of how stupidly our business was set up, Our tax guy suggested my partners give me most of my equity as a gift because we didn't want to get taxed on it twice.

Thanks I think if you're checking comps throughout the year and finding your rents are below market, at renewal time you can bake in small rental increases to set expectations or raise rent once at renewal (assuming one year leases).

I currently have a house 3 bed 2 bath in one of the best neighborhoods in Cincinnati. I paid 325k for it with 5% down in June 2023. Comps for this house fixed up are now trading in the 5's.. My mortgage is 2.8k and it...

Hi @Andrew Hinspater,I have been setting up my last couple LLCs in Wyoming.