If you could do that and tremendously increase your equity, raise rents you may be able to improve your cashflow and then take out some of the equity and go invest it elsewhere.It seems like you are sitting on a huge opportunity to develop some equity, just have to look at all the scenarios and see where you come out best.If you sell, while you may get some walking money and a nice profit, you are likely leaving a lot on the table for the new owner to capitalize on. 

I questioned that when I read that but just figured I was just not yet aware of potential opportunities out there where you can get a bank loan for 90% of the cost (and pay PMI) or maybe bring in a partner or private investor to cover the other 10% of the 20% down payment to avoid PMI? 

It seems like the utility company should have an emergency number to call. 

This is your "opportunity cost" to get into the market.2 - Exit #1:  Sold Comps. 

Since they are concerned about their safety and want to leave anyways, it will be a perfect opportunity to replace them.

Louis is a very fractured market which means there are as many opportunities as there are landmines.

The market is really hot here but there will always be opportunities.

Looking to get my feet wet with wholesaling, but not afraid to take the leap forward to the next level if the opportunity presents itself.I'm ready to dive in head first and take my future into my own hands.

Here are a couple thoughts I’ve had, any thoughts you have would have would be great.I’m wondering if I should be working on purchasing properties or paying mortgage down to have more monthly cash flow.I have the opportunity to purchase properties with 15% into them.

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