But I think the important lesson is to avoid making emotional decisions. 

Many don't like to work with investors because of the lack of emotional pull and rigorous numbers checking.

Never, ever let emotions impact your business."

Finalizing a bit of an ugly divorce from an emotionally abusive ex, would like to be within an hours drive of water, hiking, outdoors activities.

Furthermore, now that the cost of homeowner's insurance isn't a factor in reserve requirements, you can get that super sexy insurance policy you might have wanted that covers more of the stupid things tenants might do ("I have an emotional support baboon..."), without it meaning you are forced to keep more money in a savings account (rather than working for you) just to make mortgage people happy. 

You will then get a call a week later to sell the you the software and counseling sessions for 4-5k.Never do anything in a rush or when you are emotionally charged. 

I have a part time personal finances business that helps us with taxes but I want to transition out of that and just do Real Estate.I think you hit the nail on the head when you mentioned math vs emotion.  

And when doubt creeps in or direction is lost or impatience is leading to impulsivity, you have at your fingertips that solid plan built in a solid emotional state to refer to for motivation and reassurance.  

It's a temporary situation due to family reasons but my wife and I want to move out into a bigger house in a year or so.

I would also advise you to stay away from anyone with TRA (temporary rental assistance).