Reading a lot of strong opinions both ways, but I'm starting to think it would be a nice way to ease into the process and learn while still getting some cash flow and capital. 

Waiting a year might mean a completely different lending environment which could but you on the sidelines for a few years. 

Brianna, you are correct, when you put money into retirement account you get the tax break now and you can invest in tax-deferred environment.

If your doing high dollar flips than defer to a professional but you could build all your vanities and kitchen cabinets with ease.

The process of turning the rental unit and the lot into a more modern, safe and inviting environment has been slow since I am doing everything myself.

We are not sure where we will live once she graduates but most likely in the same area due to family proximity and ease of finding a job.

Bottom line is that there is opportunity and risk everywhere, no matter where you invest or what you invest in ... your duty as an investor is to craft and execute a strategy that meets your goals and compliments the market environment such that the opportunities are maximized and you are protected to a large degree (or avoid all together) the risks.

Ease of transactionsIf you have any questions or would like to connect, please feel free to send me a message.

Many of their clients are out of state, they are really good and on top of handling the property management and the ease to the Client. 

To be quite honest, it's totally different environment than from what I am use to i.e. urban/density/grid layout, as oppose to sprawl-like framework.