@Neil Fray If you sell the Reno house, you’ll unlock around $600K in equity, allowing for a large down payment on a nicer home in Bakersfield with simpler finances and no added landlord responsibilities.

Super easy to install and control remotely and you get a notification every time it's locked or unlocked along with who did the locking. 

.- If you're unsure about selling just yet, explore a cash-out refinance on the duplex to fund a couple local deals and hold the asset longer term.Selling the duplex could unlock significant momentum, especially if you’re relocating and want your portfolio to align with your new life.

It’s definitely not a volume play everywhere, but in the right conditions, it can unlock some hidden gems.

For investors with little capital, or for deals that don’t work with traditional lending, it can unlock opportunities that others walk away from.Kind of like niche marketing—less volume, but sometimes higher margins or less competition.Appreciate the honest take though.

As I checked the garage I found the garage door unlocked and in the back yard I could see missing fence boards and the opening leading to an alley.

That said, it’s all about finding someone who actually brings that investor lens—not just unlocking doors.If you're doing a lot yourself, you might also be able to negotiate commission terms depending on the agent and situation.

We have funding for Vertical development but it only gets "unlocked" once we can show progress.   

I'd invest the 10k into the possibility of unlocking 100k for myself which is what I know I would need. 

Selling and renting for 1-2 years gives you flexibility, unlocks your $120K equity, and avoids market stress when moving to Austin.