When we started investing, no one ever dreamed San Diego would boom as it has. Our rentals have been pretty much hassle free over the years, and they do give you an autonomy you will not find in the daily grind.

As you folks are doing, it’s a good idea to build your portfolio as wisely and as quickly as you can while you are young, because one or two bumps in the road as you get older could result in disaster later on. I’ve seen it happen to friends via unexpected job loss or health issues, unexpected economic turmoil, etc., at a critical point in their lives. Planning well now will definitely pay off later.