Speaking of appraisals.

Financing OptionsParent Loan Options: Consider home equity loans, investment property mortgages, or co-signing a loan.Tax Implications: Speak with a financial advisor about potential deductions and capital gains.Rental Income Potential: Explore the option of renting out extra rooms to offset costs.5.

Keep searching for lenders because you're speaking to the wrong ones. 

If you're not sure of you preferred direction with your next property I would invest in understanding investing more thoroughly and read 5-10 books as well as speak to other experienced investors.

And it is Cash-Flowing as I speak.

At first, I splurged on all kinds of comforts and luxuries—things like high-end espresso machines and fancy decor that looked amazing in photos but ended up rarely being used.

You should ask to speak to the commercial lender at the bank that carries your property's current mortgage.

I'm a central VA native and would love to speak with you if you have time. 

Realistically speaking, except in very rare cases, I think it’s all about pictures pictures picturesMost people aren’t gonna have success  starting their own booking website or running targeted ads or creating some amazing Instagram account.

The tenant can lose their housing voucher so inform them that you are speaking with the Housing Authoring because they have violated the lease agreement by blasting music all night.