I've been paying aggressively to free up funds to borrow at the 3.99% as needed. 

My wife has a strong W-2 but I still need to be able to make some money.

It's not what's in it for you they will need to know what's the return for the partner. 

I need I need 37.5% more capital2) If I need to sell in a few years, this capital will largely go *poof*.

The expense of making an error or hiring the wrong contractor can very quickly be much greater than just hiring a PM. 

This could signal rising property values or gentrification, making it a prime area for investment.Find Distressed Properties:Permits for repairs or code violations can signal properties needing significant work.

Bottom line for me is that if I don't want you back as a tenant, you need to be gone.

If you need financial help, ask under the "Finance, Tax, and Legal" forum.

I work hard but I spend twice as much time with my daughters every day.

I am looking to start a real estate investing portfolio and figure I can utilize my interior design business for needed material purchases on my properties.