So, make sure YOU understand the copy & paste info below:Recommend you first figure out the property Class you want to invest in, THEN figure out the corresponding location to invest in.Property Class will typically dictate the Class of tenant you get, which greatly IMPACTS rental income stability and property maintenance/damage by tenants.If you apply Class A assumptions to a Class B or C purchase, your expectations won’t be met and it may be a financial disaster.If you buy/renovate a property in Class D area to Class A standards, what quality of tenant will you get?

My wife and I have overhauled our personal budget to reflect the 'pay yourself first' approach (allocate in order: income comes in -> invest -> donate -> fixed expenses -> variable expenses -> fun $$).We are looking to see what experienced people generally recommend for a holding tank for that 'invest' allocation while we target our first real estate deal.What financial vehicles have you guys used that works well for this?

Now, my accounts are managed by Inspira Financial Trust. 

Could someone please interpret this article into transparent language. It seems like it's been written to hide something - https://finance.yahoo.com/news... (
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& how you become financially free is by letting whoever your renting to (I'm guessing that was a step also?)

It's usually best to talk with your neighbors about your plans and get their support as one of the variance tests is that the requested relief does not cause a public health issue or alter the essential character of the neighborhood.Try googling "tests for a variance in [your state]" and talk with your local zoning department.

We typically alter our strategy seasonally, as demand shifts with the seasons.

If this is the case then typically you only have to comply when you make alterations.2.

I’m happy to be in a forum with fellow investors and people wanting to master real estate.  I enjoy hearing about peoples’ personal wins and innovative, creative strategies.  I hope to be able to contribute to other p...

Quote from @V.G Jason:  Extract the long-term value(appreciation) by hanging tight for 8 yrs ++,  mitigate cash flow by keeping more money in the deal and/or altering rental formation.