(To avoid PMI the entire life of the loan.)

@Shawn Dawson define what you want from life.

This is a tough business by itself to add heated debates with the owners - Tenants will squeeze life out of you, especially in such low income area. 

But life happens. 

I've done a fair amount of research, but real-life experience tends to trump academic knowledge.  

Or just the simple fact that buying that house lessons your quality of life today!! 

Account Closed's book, Set For Life, is a very straightforward book on how to get rich starting from an entry-level job at a young age.

It extended the life of a crappy abused laminate countertop that had chips and burns on it for another 2 years and running for $100 out of pocket.

I’m new to real estate and I’ve never been so sure of what I want I do for the rest of my life.

I understand why many are saying to consider a self-directed Roth for the investment, but also in retirement your goals change as you may need access to funds for general life expenses.