Avoiding accessive PM fees (personally I recommend most people self-manage)These will eat away at your ROI.

If not from the person in office, then definitely from the person running against them.

I would imagine Long Beach is complicated to get into the STR game but I don't personally invest there so not sure.

I love talking personal finance and real estate investing so I would be happy to help.

Due to the current interest rates, you probably can't live for free, but you can definitely learn how to house hack in that first year, reduced your personal housing costs, learn the rent by room/co-living strategy on-site, and then probably break-even after move out, but most importantly, it is possible to make that work in 2025 with today's rates.It just takes being open-minded and willing to be flexible for the 1st year.  

Perhaps there is a relevant book or podcast that you could suggest to expand my knowledge in this area.Considering you're experience with creative finance deals, which you mentioned previously, I am keen to hear about your personal insights and experiences.

Explore my personal favorites, Set For Life by Scott Trench or The Total Money Makeover by Dave Ramsey, for invaluable financial insights.3.

Many banks limit personal loan amounts.

I've sold over 80 homes personally in the last 30 months and I'm usually within $5k of the appraisal report when I run my CMA for clients.

I am personally very bullish on the Phoenix market.