(for instance, this property has a backyard that could become parking; however, there is no way to access it unless the neighbors allowed us to use there driveway to get there).* Are there any other downsides I might not have considered with street-only parking?

I’d love to hear about the crime rates or any other issues (which we cannot guess from the online stats), and how easy or hard it is to find reliable tenants and property management companies.

unfortunately this marketing specialist was NOT a specialist in marketing for real estate businesses, did not understand the unique requirements and characteristics of real estate, and hence implemented their “generic” on line marketing program.  

.- Taxes: While the 10% penalty is waived, the withdrawn amount will still be subject to regular income taxes.This can be a useful way to access funds for a home purchase, but keep in mind the tax implications and the potential impact on your retirement savings.

We specialize in helping investors access opportunities in both residential and commercial markets, leveraging our network and industry knowledge to identify high-potential deals.

I also recommend a bank that has local branch that you can go into vs having it 100% online.

I have been reading the online resources about getting started, searching the market, and even doing tours, but I am hesitant to jump in and buy a house as I have quite a large amount of student debt.

Please advise.ThanksMel I'd recommend a local Independent Agency that has access to multiple markets including surplus lines

To get access to the maximum amount of equity, I would recommend Tower Credit Union.

During 2022 I had multiple meetings with one of their CPA advisors and gave them access to QuickBooks and Payroll platforms.