I remember a friend of mine a few years back who tried something similar in the outskirts of San Antonio.

It’s great to hear that you’re exploring real estate opportunities in Jacksonville, especially with your focus on Class B properties and military-friendly options.

Hey friends, I'm an agent in Daytona Beach and I locking in my first short term rental listing.

If someone doesn't want to do the work and put in the time to invest in RE, stocks and index funds is probably the better way to go - I've stopped trying to convince my friends (the mortgage free people) the benefits of RE. 

To me, PML is a friend of a friend or an Uncle or a co-worker's father. 

Further, I as a matter of course, place a “friendly” lien on all properties I buy for cash, so there was little equity in the condo.  

Being OOS, finding a good investor friendly agent, who you can trust, is the most important.

Yesterday, I applied for a loan through a couple program approved lenders and an investment friendly lender recommended by bigger pockets.

@Mike Gi be sure to check Airbnb longer stays and Furnished Finder to see what your competition's pricing and decor are like and make your properties pet friendly if you can as this is always a way to out compete the competition.

Board games can be worth it, but I'd keep it minimal - maybe 2-3 family-friendly classics.