I would also pull out enough cash to go and buy more real estate to help increase cash flow.

You are relying on guests to properly build and control a fire.There is no way I would expect guests to be making a fire and keeping in in control.If you are in the Rocky Mountain west, fire danger is a real thing and one stray spark from some green wood popping could create a wild fire.

I am a local Long Island Real Estate Agent covering everything from investment opportunities, development opportunities, home selling, home buying and everything in between. 

Or are there still good reasons to talk with a real person?

I currently work in the energy sector, but my ultimate goal is to become financially independent through real estate.

Hello BP community , I am new to real estate investing in the San Antonio area, I have capital to invest in and my credit score is 640 , I plan on using the  VA loan for my personal residence but I want to see other options for a rental property.

Or at a local real estate meet-up is another great option.3) IMO (duplex, triplex, quadplex) are best, butttt in some areas supply is limited.

You might want to explore Athens or Decatur, still within commuting distance to Huntsville government jobs, but real estate prices not so high. 

I got my real estate license at 19 so it's definitely a good move.

Overall, this one hasn't scared me away from investing in real estate and I'm looking forward to what comes next!