If you would ever like to talk about different markets in Michigan feel free to reach out.

Feel free to reach out any time.

One thing I will say is to start before you think you are ready, learning from experience will always be more valuable than any BP post or youtube video that you watch. 

I am inclined to sell because I feel like I'm sitting on cash and I do not like the idea of taking out a HELOC or other loans to continue my investing journey (I got debt free in 2022 except for the mortgage). 

And you can live in the other unit.Bonus points - When you later sell that duplex if you have lived in the one side for at least 2 years you can sell it and take the first $250K ($500K if married) of profit associated with the side you lived in tax free!!!! 

I have one guy I've used for 10+ years and does most of my personal work for free because I send him 20+ inspections a year.Bring them on the initial walk.

The thought came to mind to ask this question because I've had my personal washing machine and dishwasher both have problems about 2 weeks ago, and I have successfully fixed the washer with a $35 part from Amazon (after watching a few youtube videos), and the part for the dishwasher has still to come in.

Few attorneys will provide free legal advice online.

feel free to send a PM.  

You should both read Lend to Live: Earn Hassle-free Passive Income in Real Estate with Private Money Lending.