I didn’t think about the fact that someone would be paying 12 months of our mortgage for us, I was just focusing on the short term.

Ten months ago, I purchased an investment property in an area of Tucson that I believed was going to appreciate very rapidly.Lately, I have been focusing on expanding my investment portfolio into new markets such as Kansas City, MO.

I would focus in on the mechanical setup of the building to make sure you won't have big issues going forward with it.

Don't ever stop swinging but for now focus on playing money ball and getting to first base!

On P&L, I want to see previous year if possible, then compare to current year, and focus on YTD actual expenses compared to YTD Budget - I then look at variances to see where the “leaks” are.

I attended the FHA home owners education class and received the certificate of completion, so I am working with the lender on the 3.5% down and down payment assistance, so I have less money out of pocket and can focus more of my funds on renovation and increasing equity.The properties I am looking at either have basements that are finished, or basements that I can finish myself to rent out separately either on a month to month basis, or as an AirBnB, or they have detached garages that are big enough to convert to a studio, or AirBnB. 

So I should be more focused on the current value than how much I currently owe?

Am focused on northern NJ and Manhattan. 

Focus on the long game.If I were in your shoes, I'd be thinking about increasing my portfolio (1 unit to 2-3 units). 

Would it be advisable to link up with an experienced wholesaler now and work on a few deals or should I focus more on my realestate license and work for a sales company to learn the market.