In the "sell or keep" spreadsheet from BiggerPockets, its basically a wash, unless you just take the proceeds and put it in VTI, in which case it's a big win.

I guess the only issue is for those with section 8 or basic C class or D class most those folks dont have a checking account. 

His big three principles apply perfectly here: document everything, stay consistent, and never get emotional.Confirm the Type of Marijuana UseBefore anything else, find out whether it’s medical or recreational use.If the tenant has a valid medical marijuana card, they’re protected under state law—but you still have every right to enforce your no-smoking clause, especially when smoke is affecting another resident (you and your family).If it’s recreational, it’s a straight lease violation.Either way, focus on the behavior (smoking indoors), not the substance.

rough description of job:Full-time insurance sales rolewith a structured real estate investing apprenticeship— and a guaranteed first deal if you execute for 12 months.Real Estate Skills & Aspects You Will Master in addition to those as a insurance producer: Deal AcquisitionIdentifying motivated sellers in your buy boxDriving for dollars / list-building / owner outreachLead qualification & negotiation with confidenceBuilding a predictable deal pipeline (and CRM discipline)Financial AnalysisCap rates, cash-on-cash, ROE, equity multiplesRental analysis: rents, expenses, occupancyStress-testing deals (vacancy, rate increases, interest changes)Return forecasting and exit strategy mappingCreative FinancingSeller financing done rightSubject-to & wrap mortgagesBRRRR principles on value-add assetsPartnership & investor structuringDue Diligence & Risk ManagementPhysical inspections & CapEx planningReading leases, estoppels, and rent rollsTitle, zoning, utilities, environmental checksInsurance as a value tool vs. a cost line itemOperations That Drive NOITenant onboarding, communication, & collections systemsRaising rents ethically + transparentlyManaging vendors and maintenanceReconciling financials and tracking KPIs

That’s a step up from basic renter tax situations.A CPA will cost more than TurboTax, but as with a lot of things in life, you generally get what you pay for.

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I'm concerned about my HELOC exit strategy as the cash flow will likely cover the HELOC interest and maybe a little of the principle, but it seems I would be paying back the HELOC over a long period of time. 

I think that locking in a basic buy box 2-4 units, FHA/VA/low-down options, specific neighborhoods and beginning weekly property tours is the best way to put learning into practice.

You’ll also gain valuable experience managing a property before buying anything bigger.Before you buy anything, learning the basics of taxes with rentals will give you a huge head start.

Some of these people paid $30-50k for his "high-end" courses. . after which he basically dodged their requests/calls/emails for what they were promised.