That’ll give you flexibility to automate and integrate workflows as your needs evolve.A direct booking site is a nice-to-have down the line if you want to save on platform fees and build a brand, but starting with platforms like Furnished Finder or VRBO is a solid way to keep things simple while you’re getting started.Good luck—sounds like you’re on the right track!

That's enough that you can use for a down payment on a multifamily in a nice area here.

Place good residents, make sure the block is nice (just not the street) and you should be fine.

It may sound nice to pay a 6% management fee but the extra fees can add up to be more than the other company that charges 10% with no additional fees.

30-year fixed DSCR Nice! 

Nice portfolio you have going so far with 7 properties.

In that area you're looking at average rents in the $1,200 - $1,300/mo range unless this house is extremely nice.

Not many people are given such a nice pile of investment cash. 

Although the Ohio Building Code states the basement bedroom is a bedroom, the appraiser did not count the basement as general living area (GLA) and did not provide much value, if any, for the additional nicely refinished space.Does anyone have a recommendation how to overcome this barrier?

Which is nice since 5 years can feel like a long time to some people.