Atlantic Beach is growing fast.I took the equity and now have another property under contract, my first rental so I hope it works out. 

I am looking to grow my network to assist me as I begin investing in single family and small multifamily rental properties.

You'll need to focus on growing net worth by paying down the mortgage and with appreciation (modest, not speculative).  

She is thrifty by nature, always looking for the best deal, so she is hopeful that she will attract like minded people looking for value, and she will have more of a qualified field of choices.  

This is the best place to grow your knowledge in Real Estate.

I would venture a guess that a slight cooling of the market or change in real estate (natural market cycle) would effect the higher priced homes first.  

I'm focused on cash flow primarily, to eventually be free enough to grow my business and continue to help Haiti.   

SW Michigan continues to grow despite the east side of the state experiencing the opposite.

In a few years I would like to sell my current primary residence and upgrade to a larger home as my family grows.

in a sense its free money and we will be helping each other grow.