Our goal is to get to the point where our passive income will cover what i currently make(somwhere around 12 units) and i can stay at home to raise my boy.

That could be a great way to find and stay engaged with local investors, realtors and opportunities. http://www.biggerpockets.com/alertsYou can also search for other investors or brokers in your market and follow their journey on Bigger Pockets here: https://www.biggerpockets.com/search/usersBest of luck to you and look forward to following your success on BP!

I am a stay-at-home mom and I'm ready to work my bottom off to learn! 

That could be a great way to find and stay engaged with local investors, realtors and opportunities. http://www.biggerpockets.com/alertsYou can also search for other investors or brokers in your market and follow their journey on Bigger Pockets here: https://www.biggerpockets.com/search/usersBest of luck to you and look forward to following your success on BP!

Ugh I was proud of myself for staying off BP most of today, then I come on here and see this.

Those that don't stay ahead of the curve will be left behind.I'd be more concerned about the various factors playing into home ownership trends if your investment vehicle is SFH - such as home ownership among millennials, aging population, consumer and student debt, etc. 

What if you stayed there and used a HELOC to invest with while your condo continues to appreciate?

I think if you want to stay on the peninsula of Hampton Roads, you'd get a greater yield on the back end in Williamsburg, poquoson, or somewhere in York County 👍

Also, if the tenants end up staying, I would educate them about not doing any repairs on their own anymore, and to contact you immediately with any problems.

Stay away from buying houses until you can learn to buy them right.I am not trying to be mean.