David J Dachtera"Success is not a destination.

Instead, it's a description of the destination and high-level plan on how you're going to get there.  

We own 2 single family rental properties that are cruising along just fine, and we'd like to expand our real estate portfolio.  

RE is a people business, first and foremost.Hope this helps.David J Dachtera"Success is not a destination.

We'll have to see how it goes over the long term.David J Dachtera"Success is not a destination.

That said, consult your tax / business / estate planning attorney for better information.David J Dachtera"Success is not a destination.

He is on a cruise now so contact him in about a week to find out when and where the next meeting is.  

Please DON'T try to stay in REI - you'll give the rest of us (another) black eye.David J Dachtera"Success is not a destination.

The city is becoming a destination for the foodie crowd and hiking in the Whittier hills.  

If you do it right, you can fix / update / upgrade your way to 80% LTV on the refi.Remember also:If you want cash later to acquire more property you need to be at 60% LTV or better so you have equity you can borrow out.David J Dachtera"Success is not a destination.