I realize retirement is a long way off for you, but they say it's easier to get there if you know where you want to go, so start by forming a business plan, short-term, long-term, maybe develop goals by age 30, 50, etc.

If you clean up the post so it is clear, like I am formatting above, I might be able to give you a couple names and numbers to call as I have worked with all of those firms for AOM issues.Additionally, the $30k to insure title is wacky.

month-to-month that expired on june 30th. they left on june 23rd & said would still need to clean & were paid up until the 30th.

I already have a roommate that lives with me but I've known this person for years and they are clean and respect my house.

In general though I agree with Aaron, as I think the first couple investments are much easier to manage (and you will learn more) if you are close to the properties.

Sure does make it a lot easier to come up with reserves...

That older wood trim (pine, oak, etc) requires little to no maintenance.I've seen that trim in houses that are 60 years old and while the houses may have some significant issues, the trim still looks surprisingly good.My 2 cents would be to get another quote on the paint job without the doors or trim and see if the difference helps make your decision much easier.

As I understand, it actually makes it easier but I'm wondering if anyone has had experience with this before and could offer some guidance.

I like the clean feel of it.

With those numbers, I would rather invest in a 7-Eleven and clean Slurpee machines everyday.