IMHO, if I was going to want to essentially quit my job in 10 years, I would want to secure keep some of my funds liquid to safeguard my family, as well as, ensure that I was able to successfully manage all of my properties without the need to reenter the workforce.Hope this questions help us better assist you in realizing your dream!

What tools are available to help determine the market of a particular area is strong in Rental or Buying

@Nicolas Falbo  Hope you'er ready for a great ride to the top by using all the free tools and more.

with just a little practise,some tools, you tube videos,you can do many repairs,from drywall,outlets,fixtures,blinds,etc saving hundreds of handyman calls

This is a great place to make connections and learn a ton about RE, they have great tools (Rental Calc, Flipping Calc. , etc.) that are great for running your numbers.

The client is essentially paying a home inspector to find problems. 

The book is filled with many tools to use for REI, I really liked it.

I do enjoy working with my hands and using tools (I guess this just makes me man *thumps on chest*), I have volunteered at Habitat for Humanity and 8 hours always seems like 1 hour.GoalsI want to reach a point where I can have positive cash flow and leave the chain that is currently attaches my ankle to my cubicle.  

For me it wasn't a rehab but my first deal with a new borrower was essentially a bridge loan to purchase a property.

My current financing arrangement is as follows:I have  a local bank who is giving me essentially a line of credit at 6% paying 1/2 a point and a 6 month call.