Hey there, I love your predicament because I am currently facing a similar situation, but I will offer my thought and what is motivating my decision. hopefully this could be helpful.we bought during the pandemic and locked in 2.25% rate. last thing I want to do is mess this rate. now with appreciation of almost $200,000 I am wondering what to do especially having created a new llc to focus on STR, flips,BRRRR and home maintenance. in taking this decision I believe you should consider location, which I think from your writeup suggest it's a strong area in terms of appreciation. next question is what market are you looking to invest in STR?

Her kids are interested in taking over the handful of rentals she has which is why this may all be for not.

Biggest change will be intaking a lot more unrepresented buyer inquiries and thus a lot higher % of dual agency transactions. 

I actually started out by raising funds from private investors that had no interest in taking the time to learn how to actively invest in real estate themselves, but rather wanted to do so passively.

I love the downtown Kannapolis area and want to start investing there.I’m not finding any opportunities on the MLS but am interested in taking action.

Looked into corporate direct as well and was turned off by the lack of customer service from there sales/intake team. 

My agent was great in taking care of things and making arrangements for that. 

I'm definitely interested in taking your next Birmingham class.

There is no point in taking a holding deposit unless there are agreed upon terms about what that deposit is for exactly.

The dealer I’m working with does land / home packages where they assist in taking care of everything for you from the home, land, land prep, setup, permits, etc.