However, I believe multi family provides the best ROI and is the best way to scale.

If you can fight to break even and hang on to that place for the long term, that will provide the best return on capital by a long shot.

However, there isn't a standard form like a NAR lease agreement; it just needs to provide some general information.

But at the end of day you likely had a contractual obligation to provide shelter to the guests.

I have used Prop wire for some skip traces, but the numbers and emails it provides were not associated with the property.

Quote from @Stuart Udis: @Danielle B What data are you relying on that suggests Section 8 leased properties provide for better returns than other investment strategies?

Yes, Oklahoma is a great market to consider, especially for multifamily properties:Affordability: Oklahoma City (OKC) and Tulsa have duplexes and small apartment buildings within a reasonable price range.Landlord-Friendly Laws: Makes property management less stressful.Stable Cash Flow: Properties in Oklahoma often meet or exceed the 1% rule, providing consistent rental income.Growing Economy: Both cities are seeing population and job growth, boosting demand for rentals.Tips for Getting Started:Do Your Homework: Use tools like BiggerPockets calculators to analyze deals and ensure cash flow.Focus on Neighborhoods: In OKC, check areas like Yukon, Edmond, or Midwest City.

Diversification Beyond the Stock Market: Real estate provides tangible, real-world value that helps hedge against market volatility—a crucial feature when building a resilient retirement portfolio.

After several calls with some of the larger PMS providers, where I really took the time to dive into their products and compare features, pricing, and more, we've decided to go with Hostfully.

We've sold 65+ homes and the biggest request we get from our Buyers is help with closing costs.Most of our deals we're providing anywhere between $5K-$10K to help Buyers offset the cash requirement to purchase a home.Even in today’s "high" interest rate environment, many Buyers prioritize closing cost assistance over an interest rate buydown.