Most people I help and I have done it for myself for the last 15+ years, want to own properties that perform well so they can reach their Time Freedom Point sooner rather than later.

I feel like it's not the right time but I know I need to make a move sooner than later or I never will.

There is also a 1000 square foot shop for storage. 2020 gross revenue $91,0002020 total expenses $43,000Before tax net revenue 48,000It needs a new roof sooner than later.

Some will do it sooner.

Being within reasonable distance to a city, restaurants, HEBs as opposed to walmart, domain, gyms, ect. is generally a safer bet. 

Although, you may have contributed to it by not noticing the problem sooner and notifying the landlord. 

it's not my fault the hot water heater below the house was leaking, but it is my fault that i didn't discover the problem sooner. is there anything i can do at this time?

Often the exterior of a property indicates the interior, so drivebys may show an interior is needed sooner. 

You may have approved them but they found something else sooner or better suited for their needs.My policy is clearly spelled out.

If you do not yet have these goals set in place, that is OK too but I'd recommend reading, consuming BP content and masterminding with folks (via meetups, forums, etc) to get a sense of what you want to accomplish and how you'd like to get there.If you, like many other newer investors, plan on getting started with your first property sooner rather than later, the experience of working with your team (Lender, Attorney, Realtor, etc.) will be invaluable.