Also would love answer to the following: - Are there any specific challenges or advantages you experienced compared to a JV structure?

My first property was tough, (credit not in place was a challenge - luckily, got some help on this!) 

Challenges?

@Maria JeanetteRenting to tenants in assisted housing programs, like Section 8, can have both advantages and challenges. - Consistent Payments: The rent portion covered by the housing program is guaranteed and paid on time, reducing the risk of late payments.- Large Tenant Pool: Housing programs often have waiting lists, so demand is high.

The test were very difficult and challenging. 

The market there has been exceptional for me, but not without its challenges.

It feels like there’s always a surprise—whether it’s skyrocketing material prices or finding something unexpected during the demo—that eats into the budget and profits.I know there’s always more to learn, so I’m curious—how do you approach rehab budgeting?

I wanted to let you know that you could use a primary HELOC Mortgage and run a simpler approach to pay off your home early, or make principal payments, or save up and recast your payment.

Managing vacation rentals remotely sounds like a unique challenge..

I suspect that you'll have better luck with a local bank or private money, though it likely will still be challenging.