The good news is that they do not have to be mutually exclusive.

And what actions do I need to take with PHA?

Are there risks we are not considering or actions we should take to cover ourselves. 

Here is a quote I heard from Hal Elrod “Your level of success will rarely exceed your level of personal development because success is something that you attract by the person you become”Here is my list of the top books that have made the greatest impact on me so far, and I would like to recommend:The Miracle Morning by Hal ElrodThe Book on Rental Property Investing by Brandon TurnerThe Book on Managing Rental Properties by Brandon and Heather TurnerRich Dad Poor Dad by Robert KiyosakiThe Compound Effect by Darren HardyBuy Rent Rehab Refinance Repeat by David GreeneMaxout your Life by Ed MylettThe Book on Tax Strategies by Amanda HanThe Five Love Languages by Gary ChapmanThe Ultimate Self-Directed IRA by Jeff AstorEnjoy, learn, and most importantly take action!!

While I’m new to the REI arena, I believe I have a good grasp of the RE lingo/ terms as I have spent the last couple of months reading, listening to podcasts, watching YouTube videos, taking notes, building a plan of action.

I don’t know if you could face any financial or legal problems for trying to break their lease but be happy they don’t seem to be threatening you with any legal action. 

Exciting news, my offer for a home in Norwood was accepted from the buyer late Friday night (10/1/21).

@Scott Polly, when you are estimating part of how things turn out when you actually take action is "YOU".

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It’s a wonderful thing when you’re able to see hidden potential where most likely everyone else didn’t recognize it and then taking action!!