So, subtract your monthly mortgage cost and calculate how profitable they would be.Assuming they're not losing money I'd probably consolidate for a bit, not take on any more debt (of any kind), pay down all debt, but particularly pay off the SMALLEST loan.

What kind of return can you make on the condo vs whatever rental property you buy.

I'm almost certain that nobody will give me another loan and private money is kind of out of the question at this point as I do not want to be responsible for anyone elses money but my own.I'm a total rookie but here is what I'd like to do:Tell me if this impossible or unreasonable:1.

As someone who is finally feeling somewhat competent to dip his feet into the REI waters, I find this kind of "nuts and bolts" information very helpful (and encouraging).

What kind of properties are you making bids on?

with that kind of liquid cash you should be able to get a killer interest rate anywhere you go.

If someone would be so kind as to point me in the right direction, I would be forever grateful.

Before you do any kind of buying you need to research your area and get a feel for home prices and how long things sit on the market, what houses sell the fastest (#of beds, # of baths, etc...) and some other things.

Very familiar with Tracy, Modesto, Riverbank, Oakdale.What kind of help are you looking for?

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