If you'd ask this question while still employed I'd say apply the $8500 toward knocking down the debt quicker but since that is not the case I would build up your reserves to about 6 months then begin applying those funds to bring down the debt. 

Most of the time a newer or unsuccessful agents will host open houses as they build their book of business.

It takes time and effort to build up to the point where you’re not relying on a W2 job, but starting now puts you on the right path.If you have any questions about investing or need guidance as you get started, don’t hesitate to reach out.

Buying a large new build home can also work well as a house hack as you can charge a premium rent, and generally most bedrooms built now a days have en suites (at least in my market).  

After many years of listening to BP/Real Estate Podcasts, reading, and building up my finances, I believe there’s no better time than now to finally jump into the real estate world.

Media just chose to cherry pick this one.During the GFC I knew 3 folks in my business which is Real Estate business and building that also took their own lives as they lost most if not all their property or business's it happened.And myself I lost 95% of my money and business between 08 and 2011 and had to start all over from the bottom so I know how it feels.

I am the founder and if the club was meant to defraud people, I certainly wouldn't invest in an office building to invite strangers into my home. 

Ok, so I see this might have been a design flaw in the original build so there isn't much you can do unless you rip it all out.You could have it all scoped and see what's what so you can get an idea of what you are dealing with.You could comp the guests a night.

Is there sufficient confidence in tokens?  

Condos don't appreciate at the same rate as single family homes, and you are always a newly elected board away from STRs getting banned in your building.