These loans are in my entity's name (not mine) but I do personally guarantee them so yes I understand they can come after me for any deficiency.

Books such as Vagabonding, 4 Hour Workweek, Lonely Planet, etc. as well as friends of mine who've done it say you can do this for $1500 per month and experience everything and not worry about a thing income-wise.

I just want to hear others' opinions before I state mine.

Did a 1031 letting go of some buildings from 1890 and moving up to buildings built in 1994 & 1996, over a century newer.A friend of mine lived on the last street on the left off Forbes coming out of Frick.

Mine county water bills are usually around $25 per quarter for a 2-unit building.

Tenant of mine since Sept 2009.

But on the other hand i have some close friends that love investing in war zones and they show numbers that are way better the mine.

The LA area is better than gold if you happen to come across one.

Didn't they make mistakes and not win the GOLD?

Almost anyone can DIY paint--it's a pretty simple process, though I will say my subs take care of the drywall & paint together and their finish work is a heck of a lot faster and neater than mine, and I wouldn't consider myself bad.