If given a choice between one paid-in-full property and two identical properties with 50% leverage, the latter will always out perform in the long run.  

I just wrote an article about how to recognize when it is time to move on, and how you can do it swiftly.I see time and time again property managers, owners, and tenants having a great debate on what is functional necessity and what is decorative. 

So how can an investor do BOTH too much investigation and at the same time too little?  

This was a long time tenant and I texted her for details.  

I personal would only pull the 10k and when its time to pay the second deposit i would only pull from your parents heloc then.

Look into loans that cater to investors, and consider speaking with a financial advisor about leveraging your stock investments.Property Type: Single-family homes or small multifamily units (like duplexes or triplexes) are often a good starting point for first-time real estate investors.

The biggest thing they are saving you is the time and stress of finding someone to fix when you're out of state.

I ask as they depreciate over time, so even if stolen, you can't charge tenants the replacement price, only the depreciated value. 

A Little About My Situation:I currently work in EMS in California and will be super commuting, working 10-day stretches in California while spending the rest of my time in Missouri.

I’ve worked with a lot of first-time buyers, and common concerns like HOA restrictions or property management costs often come up.