I'd be willing to bet buying an index fund would have a better return without any of the headaches. 

Quote from @Antoine Black: I have a house that free and clear and I'm trying to tap in the equity can any one help  Hey Antoine, As Mike stated, your best bet is a local credit union.

The city itself is established, older neighborhoods, better city amenities (museums, arts/music etc), more pro sports, more hills, bigger river, has a streetcar, arguably better nightlife overall.

Your best bet would be to connect with local operators and ask them.

I could be wrong, but the only way to make lots of money is to make educated bets and execute them.

I was once told jokingly that we bet on the jockey, not the horse.Next comes the property.

That's probably your best bet.

Just like doubling down on a bet you could lose it all. 

Phoenix is a great market for STR's with the great weather and the amount of concerts, sporting events, etc that take place here.

Hence if the lease clearly has terms against this and section 8 is supporting the rent, that is your best bet to ensure the tenant complies with the lease.