Will require me to cancel a booking or two in order to do this.

The key to this is finding a HML that doesn't require access to the property for an appraisal.

And this might indeed require some time to pass before doing that.You could still create a single member LLC with either you or your wife as member. 

Class A: around $250k each = $7.5 millionClass B: around $175k each = $5.25 millionClass C: around $125k each = $3.75 million- maintenance & tenant-nonperformance will require more unitsClass D: unlikely to work outSo, how are you going to turn $500k into at least $3.75M?

If we meet a resident through an OTA, we enjoy certain protections with that platform, but if, at any time, the resident wishes to extend, but not through the platform, we require the same background check, credit check, and eviction check as for anyone else not booking through an OTA. 

@Jaycee Greene  they require a non refundable deposit and give 48hrs to see proof of funds 

.- Creative Financing Solutions:Options like subject-to deals, seller financing, and syndications can lower capital requirements and increase your purchasing power while providing flexibility for properties with complex financial situations.4.

Point being if you are leveraged to the hilt with no cash how are you going to make those required repairs etc?  

Worst case scenario, if that doesn't work, I can simply do fertilizer applications and landscape lighting as they don't require much labor.

.📌 Key Takeaways:Out-of-state investing can work but requires a solid local team.Use online tools like BiggerPockets, Rentometer, and Roofstock for analysis.A HELOC can help, but be mindful of risks and repayment terms.