Anyway, sounds like u have a good opp to meet new gcs... don't stick to just one... diversify for backup purposes.I'd give my family a second chance on a v short leash.. but that's bc its family and my guilt n obligation wud influence the more efficient route of finding another.

ARV will influence any loan you need.

Understand governmental influences on RE.Now comes the numbers.

And I simply do not have time to join the HOA board to have any influence of my own.I know there are a lot of investors that really like condos due to the simplification of exterior maintenance.

I teach Agents to grow their business using their laptop, social media, their database, and their SOI (sphere of influence).

Every market is susceptible to some type of sever weather so don't let that influence your decision.  

On top of all the benefits I listed I will also be able to add $600k in value over a two year period even further boosting returns. 

He started out working with a large mutual fund company (AIM) and his "research" was largely designed, IMO, to boost mutual fund sales and keep people in those same funds at market tops. 

@Chris Parrish I really appreciate your response - a boost of confidence as well to know that we're not too far off from the direction and capabilities we would like to go.

Go to college for the simple fact that it gives you a boost in perception to other investors.