I think there is more going on here beyond the surface..
private equity groups are buying up real-estate like its going out of style.
and in our area we are seeing apartments go up where you would have never thought they would..
Just my 2 cents... (I have experience in these things)
If you have the desire to keep the property.. learn how to be a landlord.. take lots of classes. You will still make mistakes..
But... your wealth will grow at a faster rate by paying down 2 properties than 1...
My goal was (still is) to...