Her last deal she had a claim on the HVAC was leaking.

And lastly, by doing more of a new build focus you can always exit since you built below market in the area.

I closed one for a 2-unit on the West side last week.

.: So I have been thinking the last number days about a particular scenario. 

We moved from CA to AZ last year and have got 2 STRs in AZ going very well.

Ultimately, balancing your student debt and financial goals will help guide the best decision.Good luck!

This is all despite the fact that they've made no improvements to the properties since acquiring them, and local property value indices only have about 15% appreciation for property values in the last 2 years for my area.

When speaking with them, demonstrate genuine interest in their situation and goals.

@Kris L. if you are looking to make one last comparison, I would see what @Josh Green can help bring to the table.

If your goal is to help your mom, you can purchase a property for her through a 1031 exchange and rent it to her at fair market value to meet IRS guidelines.