One thing to note is by paying it down, it can hurt liquidity so if that is an issue, keeping it in a bank account would be a better bet, but if liquidity not an issue, then I agree 100%

Something like EaDo, midtown, maybe a small fixer around the heights (more heights adjacent than heights proper due to the budget) that is not betting on the neighborhood turning make the investment work.

Your best bet would be to call an insurance agent and ask for a quote.

You're just a bad bet, and the longer you stay, the more pervasive your stench will be in the unit.

I think it's fine to risk a small portion of your net worth on a gamble, but everything else means betting the farm.Speaking of farm, here are 50 acres in Hilsboro for $3M https://www.zillow.com/homedetails/NW-West-Union-Rd-Hillsbor...Dang, maybe if I..?

Your best bet here is to flip it or do some kind of rent credit program. 

You know, I'd probably bet you're right, but no need to be a d*ck about it 

From what I have read on the BP forums on this topic it seems as if your best bet of achieving this is going through a smaller bank and not your typical larger national banks.

Echoing Dave, your best bet is to approach people off-market; many owners of such land might not realize what they have.

Plus, it could be Tricky with the money, as some banks might not want to give you a loan if they're not sure you can make enough money from Airbnb.Be Careful when figuring out how much money you might make, and it's safer to guess on the low side.