For a rental, I don't see why a properly wired sub-panel should be eliminated - it is a big expense and I don't think most tenants would be put off when you assure them it is safe. 

Debt service is typically accounted for as an expense, and having no debt means eliminating that expense.Given that cash-on-cash returns and/or cap rates exceed mortgage interest rates, every dollar in equity is saving less in interest payments than it is costing you in lost revenue from investing that dollar.

“ Bought in an llc” eliminates the second home angle....you’ll need a vacant property policy, yes more expensive than typical homeowners.

There is risk inherent in all investments, you can mitigate it in different ways, but it can never be eliminated.

However, while there is a lot of information on the internet, not all of the information is good information.An investment in yourself that can help you succeed and eliminate costly mistakes has value. 

Pros:New construction so builders warranty applies to certain things and very limited maintenance for first 5 years if not 10.Use VA Loan to leverage into a $700k property at no down payment, just closing fees and VA Funding fee(which is wrapped into the loan).Can Self manage the first 3-5 years until new assignment saving that money.Can pick durable materials upfront to eliminate long term maintenance costs.Cons:Negative cash flowHighly leveraged if market drops(not planning to sell as goal is equity at retirement)Self Manage for a few yearsFirst year Numbers While living in it and self-managing: $700,000 Loan, 0% down using VA LoanRent 2 units: $2700, 2/2 -$1200 & 3/2 – $1500P&I – $2876Tax/Ins – $750Vacancy(10%) – $460Maint(~5%) – $200Management(0%) – $0 - Self Manage while living inCost to Live in remaining 3/2 unit :$1,5865th year Numbers as a triplex rentalRent 3 units: $4600, 2/2 -$1300 & (2) 3/2 – $1650P&I – $2876Tax/Ins – $750Vacancy(10%) – $460Maint(10%) – $460Management(10%) – $460Cash Flow: $-405I see the upside of building approx. $20k+/year in equity(depending on appreciation) for essentially $0 money down even with a negative cash flow. 

However, the new locations are worth more together than the original location...and, I have twice the cash flow....and, I've eliminated the CAPEX costs from hitting me in the form of "out of pocket" costs.

Some restaurants are eliminating it and it's a uniquely American concept.

I get a platform bed to eliminate the box spring and actually I love the zinus frames.

They don't get to keep all the rent from the remaining lease and leave the unit un-rented or re-rent it and keep both rent payments....not how a lease works in court.There are ALWAYS exceptions to the rules, but in this business, you mitigate risk.... you cant eliminate it.