Also, I opened a business bank account to hold security deposits & to separate personal & business funds. 

All kinds of issues...electrical outlets ungrounded, plumbing issues, flooring issues, a deck that was built wrong, a new master bath that didn't make any sense with a shower door hung wrong, a shower pan that had been nailed through, roof repairs made with 3/8" plywood, roof leak "fixed" by caulking the shingles.....new vent boot that wasn't nailed or seal, bath fan this venting into the ceiling....an unreal list.  

You could easily get all lower end SS appliances at you local Sears Outlet for around $1500 to $2000 (fridge, dishwasher,stove) The counter space is small.  

With that comes confidence in what you are investing in giving you a sense of security.

Holding costs is currently at $1,800 (city registration, insurance, security).  

The Financial reits are immune to the crashing commodity prices we are seeing today, mortgages are secured and much healthier today due to rising property values than they were during our last mortgage melt down 8 years ago.

High interest rates secured by real estate make a great, safe high ROI.

I look forward to the near future being able to buy my first rental property with confidence and growing my personal finances while building security for my family. 

Does taking a HELOC cause any headaches for securing an additional loan from a bank on the balance? 

Two days additional rent: $80 Total charges: $665Tenant paid a $600 security deposit.