I'd love to start hosting asap and I wouldn't allow the guests access to the kitchen (though of course they'd have access to their rented rooms, bathroom etc.).

@Deirdre Lizio see a lot of competiting PMCs start with a pledge of doing it better than "what's out there".Always interesting to revisit them 3-5 years later - after they've experienced the reality of challenging tenants AND owners.Look no further than Evernest: they started out with flat fee management at $99/month and promises of better & fairer service & pricing.Now they're at 10%, capped at $199/month - wonder what changed?

Whether you’re just starting out or you’re a seasoned investor, BiggerPockets has a ton of resources to help you along the way.

That is awesome, congrats on getting started!

You can withdraw from your 401k starting in the year you turn 55 if you qualify.I am following a plan similar to yours.

So I am starting the loan process over again, for the third time.  

@Sean GammonsIf you’re aiming to buy two properties in a year, start with an owner-occupied duplex using an FHA loan, leveraging rental income to qualify.

Maybe one the contributors on BP will see your message and start something like that.  

You're off to a bad start if you must create a poor perception of other options to make your concept look good.  

Great start to your investing journey!