I'm about to sign up for a security system for my property in Philadelphia, and I was curious how Vivint ended up working for you.

We don't know if he should adjust up or down, because we don't know the details of his rental.

The systems we all in good shape and functioning so I just tuned up the HVAC but no major expenses there.

In the next 5-10 years, I plan to leave my current industry and transition to real estate full-time, so I’m especially interested in how this could impact that goal.Current FinancialsRoth 401(k) Balance: $105KContributions: $79KEarnings: $23.5KSalary: $109KContributing 6% annually ($545/month), with a 100% match for the first 3%Investment Growth Assumption: 8% per yearCurrent Rental Cash Flow (Pure Profit After All Expenses): $7,500/month (9 units)Potential New Property Cash Flow (Pure Profit After All Expenses): $1,300/monthCurrent Real Estate Portfolio Value: $1.4MAfter New Property: $1.7MWithdrawal Breakdown ($60K)Tax-Free Contributions: $45KTaxed Earnings: $13.4KWhy Only $13.4K Is Taxed and PenalizedMy Roth 401(k) balance is made up of:Total Balance: $105KContributions: $79K (75.24% of total)Earnings: $23.5K (22.38% of total)When withdrawing, the money comes out proportionally from contributions and earnings.

Some areas have a steady need for traveling professionals, military families, or seasonal workers, which can give you different ways to structure your house hack beyond just a traditional long-term tenant.Your VA loan is a huge advantage because it allows you to buy up to four units with zero down.

Interest should be strong enough that almost always will one or more parties show up otherwise I have other issues to address.

Make a spreadsheet of addresses, look up the owners on the GIS, and send letters.

We are Canadians eyeing up the market in the USA and looking to start investing in properties across the border. 

We ran it past our real estate agent and lender — but I'm all for shoring up.

Appreciation is very much possible, but my question to that is when do the markets reach their peak and prices start to soften up a bit.