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?

Your $30k should be your emergency fund and not used for new investments at this time.Consider talking to a CPA or financial advisor.

I also happen to be a Turbotenant user so I am almost in the same situation.

Now, my accounts are managed by Inspira Financial Trust. 

& how you become financially free is by letting whoever your renting to (I'm guessing that was a step also?)

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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Hello everyone, I'm currently in a situation i was hoping to get some helpful insight on.

@Monty Alston sorry to hear about the tough situation that you are in but glad you are being proactive about it.