toby- thanks for the post. i havent really looked much at interest only bc there is such a negative connotation around the idea (the wife is not a big fan). i should probably do some research and come to her w knowledge instead of "i think" it works this way...i just want the 30 yr fixed rate to get down to 5.5 then i can lock and be happy. i am not in a huge hurry as i live in minneapolis and it is tough to build a new deck w frozen ground!

If you get enough equity, you will still be covered if prices are falling in 2 years when you want to sell.Be very thorough about investigating expenses so you are accurate about how much negative the property will be.

If the rent on the other three units in your fourplex covers the payment (which typically includes taxes and insurance), you're still on the negative side.

Wait until Ethanol costs you in the end.Worse fuel economy.Higher prices a products across the board.Damage to your engine/catalytic converter.Damage to you small engines.Ethanol also has a negative energy balance.

They don't hear the negative things said about them.

Many spouses sometimes are negative about it and might hold you back.

Our Company is insulated from a negative RE economy and actually accelerates profit inversely as the market declines.

The investment you select needs to be one where you are going to be able bring the elements at hand both positive and negative in line to realize a return that justifies your efforts!

Top much negative equity to overcome., for me.

You won't have to overcome negative BS from the past seller and tenant relationship.