There are those that do it, & feel quite comfortable.

It's not really true loyalty program it's actually more a way to verify their underwriting and get more and more comfortable with you as a client/customer.  

And you don't have to sacrifice your comfort just to invest!

Instead, I’m teaming up with a trusted partner from Anniston, AL, which has made my wife feel more comfortable with the plan :).I’ve been diving deep into the Birmingham market, using local resources and data to shape my investment strategy.

Once you are comfortable with the knowledge of the LLC from a tax standpoint, then you might want to talk to your attorney and see if that set up is good for you from a legal standpoint.

We liked the TL home and nice lakefront view but here are some cons: pretty far/isolated, no real dining options outside and besides the music festivals/BNP tournament, didn't know if it would do well as a STR. 

That's the only way I'd be comfortable operating any kind of rental, LTR or MTR, out of a condo.

Tiffany If parking is there then it is good , make sure you are comfortable with the HOa.

Get out of your comfort zone.

It's totally within my "range of comfort" as far as distance from me.