@Michael Baum how many Short-term rentals do you manage this way where you are on call all the time?

HELOC= short term useFixed (first or second) = long term use like a down payment.  

I'll work with an attorney to assist with drafting that.Q2: Yes, I'll talk to my CPA but we'll most likely hold the property for at least 1 year under the LLC given our timeline to design, permit, build and sell the property, meaning I should avoid short-term capital gains.  

But I see people turning long term or highly appreciated primaries in to rentals.

Currently my short-term management property is managed by the property management company.

Strategy 1: buy a duplex, live in one unit (for one year as a "primary residence) and rent out another unit as a short-term / mid-term rental on Airbnb.

I believe in putting in the work—1,000 hours of research, testing, and learning—before offering advice, and I’m excited to tap into the collective wisdom of this community to refine my approach.Here’s where my head is at: I’m considering strategies like short-term rentals (Airbnb) for higher cash flow, long-term rentals for steady income, or even creative options like house hacking or partnerships to stretch the funds further.

I buy and hold and do short term rentals and mid term rentals.Located in Racine Wisconsin  Hello Gabriel: I also live in Racine County there are some great deals our way and including southern milwaukee county too!   

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I’d hold the PM accountable for poor oversight—they should’ve been more proactive.That said, it’s also important to weigh the long-term relationship with your PM.