It's coming out of the front of the HVAC at about eye level, goes straight for about two feet, does a 90 degree turn (all still at eye level), goes another two feet, does another 90 degree turn and then sort of gradually works its way across the next four feet until it disappears up where the ceiling meets the far wall.  

If that part can change then this appreciation could level off.

HELOC's are not the fodder of 2nd lien street level inventory.  

Gov McCrory signed legislation earlier this year paving the way for Duke Energy to purchase NCEMPA.

I'm a bit biased b/c of my day job of doing energy audits and solar panels.

I would rather get en entry level duplex in LA.

I was lucky enough to find an entry level job at a tech company and stayed with them for a few years before I left to start another business. 

You will learn from experienced investors about how they started with different levels of help/funds available. 

I think the level of relationship likely determines how risky you can be with this move.

I like that you're young and motivated AND have chosen to focus your energy on real estate NOW.