I felt bad for him, kinda like Jesse from breaking bad tbh.

.• Use some equity from the sale to make this transition smoother.I’m torn between maintaining our current home as an asset and buying  a new smaller house to use as a rental after we move back in versus simplifying and focusing on a single upgraded property Considering factors like market trends, potential equity growth, and quality of life, which path do you think would be most beneficial?

Best estimate is bad tenants are out near year's end.

It is my belief your current situation is not a bad position (it is a goid position that will improve with time).  

Of course they are going to have bad credit or they would be looking in a better area.Another thing you may want to consider to drive more applications is to not charge the application fee.

I just bought in Indiana last month given how bad the numbers are here right now.  

At our STR, we do have a fully equipped kitchen with coffee pods. 

Contributing to a Solo 401(k) or SEP-IRA can reduce taxable income, and Section 179 or bonus depreciation lets you deduct equipment costs upfront.

Goes back to that original thesis in a thread long time ago-- quality over quantity.

Talking about poor children and the such is just designed to make me feel bad.