The quick turnaround aligned with our efficient investment strategy, and the clear profit potential, even if modest, made it appealing.

The growing market in Scottsboro and the property's value-add opportunities aligned perfectly with our investment strategy.

Consider your priorities and circumstances carefully to determine which option aligns best with your goals and preferences.

Both are valid strategies – just pick the one that aligns best with your financial goals and comfort level.Happy investing!

Create a simple spreadsheet or written list to compare the features of each and identify the ones that align with your requirements.

Create a simple spreadsheet or written list to compare the features of each and identify the ones that align with your requirements.

I will say that I have received assists from appreciation on all my RE investments and some of my refi may not have achieved the infinite return without the assist, but without the value add component the gain would not have been the same.  

Quote from @Peter Tverdov: DeathTaxesDIY Landlords on BP complaining about the costs of property management  It's not a complaint..it is an essential component of STR ROI and feasibility analysis.

I would rather spend my time and energy on something else.I got into this for FIRE; self managing properties doesn't align with my goals from real estate.

You can partner with someone, one deal at a time, and see how the first one goes.Values based decision making, make sure your goals and values align with your partner.