Please click on the links, give them a read, and share your thoughts in the comments.First is a post that I feel will help not get overwhelmed with the amount of info that is here on BP:https://www.biggerpockets.com/blogs/5868/52761-the-simple-guide-to-getting-started-on-bpThe second is a post that will help get you focused with your real estate investing goals:https://www.biggerpockets.com/blogs/5868/52743-im-new-to-bp-any-advice-would-be-appriciatedThe last one is a post that will help you choose an “investor friendly” real estate agent.

Is it possible that below this section is ledge, a dome, or some other massive rock formation that "Seemed entirely stable"?  

Half of all expenses come from mortgage and you should budget the same amount for repairs, maintenance, taxes, etc. 

I fear that the price of a one bedroom apartment (one parking space) in Lohi cannot go much higher and we have a massive inventory of apartments being built downtown these days. 

Just adjust your purchase price to create the amount of equity you want in the property.

@Scott Smith WOW you couldn't have answered my question any better and offered a great amount of clarity. 

I think you are on the right path, and you have done a fair amount to educate yourself by studying etc. 

One thing I have learned so far is that some insurance companies will insure you for the replacement cost of the dwelling, however, others will just give you a buyer's policy for up to a certain amount. 

If all you are pulling out of your home is the amount you need for 25% down on a income property you can not be over leveraged.

Please click on the links, give them a read, and share your thoughts in the comments.First is a post that I feel will help not get overwhelmed with the amount of info that is here on BP:https://www.biggerpockets.com/blogs/5868/52761-the-simple-guide-to-getting-started-on-bpThe second is a post that will help get you focused with your real estate investing goals:https://www.biggerpockets.com/blogs/5868/52743-im-new-to-bp-any-advice-would-be-appriciatedThe last one is a post that will help you choose an “investor friendly” real estate agent.