So while it seems to make sense to assume that rising rates will slow the market, that is not what history shows us.As far as my plan, I manage interest risk in a portfolio, that's why you want to have as many 30 year fixed rate notes as possible.

Just purchasing my first rental, signed contracts today. While I am having a property manager take care of the day to day, is there a nice piece of software out there that I can keep track of this and future rental pr...

@Phillip WilliamsCongrats on getting into the game. 

It's a game changer, especially if you are young and flexible with your living arrangements.

A local broker should be able to get you a loan, whether conventional or portfolio. 

Hi, my husband and I own rental income properties and before adding anymore to our portfolio, we need to structure business entity, establish strategy and tax planning, move assets wisely and perform some estate planning.

@Brian Horwitz  That's a great strategy to use the equity in your rental portfolio to essentially double the amount of properties you own.   

I would love to join and explore the ins and outs of the dutch market and expand a portfolio by turning this niche into a full time job.

They were an elderly couple that wanted to get out of the landlord game and move to the beach.

@Anthony J Robinson  Hard money loan if you're looking to flip it, or a local bank / credit union (portfolio lender) if you're looking to keep as a rental.