Very few people have strong mind to guide people at initial juncture.The other plan is to develop the property in to Outdoor Paint Ball Arcade ??

Real estate is a long game, and getting a good asking price when the demand isn't as competitive because most people have similar thoughts to yours - might be worthwhile to take on the investment.

I am thinking Des Moines as it is a growing city with people that tend to be there for a while.

Quote from @Cody Miller: I have been in my home for 7 years and have accumulated some equity and wouldn't mind using this to buy a rental Most people will recommend you cash out some of that equity and use it to purchase a rental.

These properties are my children's college education, I acquired them in 2005, only 1 loan no 2nd, never refinanced since purchased, but I am in a dire situation, any advice on where I can get the help I need to save these 2 houses, they both have equity... 

People do it all the time actually.

Thanks Rod has great coaches and a strong network.I know people who have done Michael Blanks as well.

In my research when I initially wondered the same questions about whether I should my properties in one or not (or in several), I came up with the conclusion that it's not the 100% asset protection most people think it is in a lot of cases.

That's why I always tell people out of state who want to invest in Milwaukee a remote BRRRR is a lot harder than you think! 

Went to college there and lived there a bit myself.