It can be difficult to switch gears sometimes, & be “unproductive” playing with the kids....I try to keep in mind the quote (which I’m paraphrasing) “don’t be so busy making a living that you forget to make a life”.

Even with the negative cash flow, if they are sold at year 5 (assuming minimal CapEx on a new construction property), I could still profit 40-50k.Are you defining this as a 'equity' play?  

There are a lot of factors that play into this deal being such a great one for me... but the 1 thing that trumps all is location.Vacancy was and is the scariest thing to me as a landlord.

I believe design played a big part in our success.

I understand the pros and cons of tying up equity in your house, but I think that's where a HELOC would come in to play.

If your tenant is paying $500/mo in rent, and court fees are $600, and the process will take 2+ months, you are better off working the situation outside of the courts because you'll never recover that rent or your costs, and you'll be out even more rent while the process plays out.

It is a known fact that real estate plays a big role in the investments of the wealthy.

My name is Zachary weldon, I'm 22 and currently pursuing my computer science degree at Troy university where I also play football. 

The 4 pled is the better play anyway.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B001B1AMNW/ref=emc_b_5_tTiger Brand Jack Post JS-100 - Size Range 4'8"-8'4" (15Ga)Yes, the basement is like a cellar and not suitable for living.