That’s a fair point, though sometimes I wonder if the line between “protecting” and “overkill” gets blurry. I’ve had deals nearly fall apart over thin...

Totally get where you're coming from. Debt management isn't just numbers—it's also about mindset. In real estate investing, I've learned that feeling ...

I've found contractor estimates helpful too, but honestly, they're not always a silver bullet either. Last year, I brought detailed repair quotes to m...

This is spot-on advice. I learned this the hard way a couple years back when I was eager to drop PMI from one of my investment properties. The local m...

Fair point about interest rates—they can definitely bite if you're not careful. Still, there's another angle worth considering: market conditions. If ...

Your approach sounds very sensible—especially the savings buffer. I did something similar when first investing in real estate; having that cushion rea...