I leave in the Greater New York Metropolitan area, precisely in Jersey City.

These 2 platforms don't focus on MTR but vacation rentals so using Furnished Finder is a better way to get those longer term folks.I have always been a bit concerned about the area's penchant for restrictions.

As I said earlier, this is strictly for investment purposes.The property does not have to be turnkey, if there is room for improvement that's of no concern as we both have the skill set to invest in whatever upgrades are required.

The bank will make you leave 25% equity in the property - but you also still want the property to at least cash flow some - so be careful how much equity you pull out / new debt you take on.I would do a cost benefit analysis of what your actual gain is in cash-flow on buying a new property with a (currently) higher interest rate (if financing), versus just holding on to the current appreciated property and enjoying that cash flow.All the best!

It’s paid off, I would “like” to leave it that way & maximize the cash flow while paying down the heloc between the rental & other income.  

My only concern would be whether or not, you’d be able to cash flow.

If they pass the screening, also find out who is paying the deposit as that is the person you will be returning it to once they leave.

I understand the cost concern.

Continuous flooring concerns generally apply more to wood flooring, where matching is harder and more expensive.

We really did not want to be wedding planners, but did not want to leave the property unattended during a wedding.