And even if you remain in real estate, this approach allows you to start over with a fresh depreciation schedule in the new property. 

Can we have a crash while interest rates remain low? 

The were rentals before and remained rentals with me.We have another house that We just finished a renovation on.

I would need $20,000 from that line of credit to go towards the down payment/closing costs to get the property and then I'd need the remaining $35,000 for the renovation.

It's true that real estate pricing is often tied to the financial cycle which can be independent of the business cycle/recessions.

My husband and I checked out the remaining duplexes (All 3 bed 2 baths) and put in an offer on the one that appeared in the best condition

I also have a lot more money tied up in the deals.

i am closing my first investment property next month and searching for various options for downpayment. i am considering 3 options and need suggestions on which option would be better1) sell some stocks (50% of amount) and borrow remaining 50% from 401k or2) sell stocks for 100% amount or3) HLOC 50% and 401k 50%4) use all 3 of themAlso, would it be good to go with 30 years fixed vs ARM.

The movers will set it up on cinderblocks, tie it down, and level it.  

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