STR can provide more cash (potentially), but its a high risk high reward strategy - if you invest in the furniture, staging, photos, and management or self manage, there is a lot of time and money invested.

Strategic Purchase: Acquired a discounted double lot below market value with a $17k impact fee credit.Custom Design: Built a 6-bed, 5-bath home tailored for co-living or multi-gen use, maximizing tenant appeal.Efficient Management: Managed construction, and self-managed operations to minimize costs.Premium Marketing: Furnished the property and used multiple platforms to attract quality tenants quickly, achieving full occupancy.What was the outcome?

I don't say that to be self-serving, being a lender.

There are always some self-righteous individuals who try to appear as very professional figures in this community. 

As a self proclaimed rookie, I recommend starting by conducting your own initial assessment of the property.

Be confident, be courteous, and time will teach you what works based on your unique personality and skillset.

I self manage 29 SFR and do all my taxes on turbo tax.

Good morning,I’ve owned a MF in Euclid, Ohio for a few years but just recently started to self-manage it.

I self-manage, but I understand that's not a practical option for most people.

It's to easy to dig a hole for your self on good intentions.