I have been able to achieve good income levels with diversification across a variety of geographic markets and asset classes. 

It happens frequently, can cause some bad feelings, but ultimately no one involved committed a felony level offense.  

Will that be a split level home?

My 250k Duplex total payment = 1,480 and the lower level pays me 1,200 while I live upstairs.

Example: If you order one, they can not use it and you will end up having to pay for it twice)- Look at different scenarios with different levels of refinance to make sure rent covers the additional payment amounts- Take into consideration the cost of the refinance and difference in interest rate if any.

It's a 3/3 split level on a great lot, 2200sq ft.

This is a great community for RE investors of all levels.  

Save up the money for your first deal and start small -- you'll feel a higher level of achievement and won't be hurt as bad in your overall financial picture if you make a few mistakes. 

I do this for a couple reasons; 1. to give me an idea of the finish levels needed to provide an  accurate estimate, 2. yes to see if you know your business.  

I work closely with some who have been in the game a long time in the area on a professional level and am excited to see where this life brings me.