Also any tips for automating this as much as possible and how to protect the property financially and property management would be appreciated.I ALMOST understand the rental arbitrage strategy if building a company scaling with say 30 + units and looking for high short term cash flow.  

Costs will seem high relative to the loan amount on these smaller loans, $5-6k in lender fees isn't uncommon. 

Not sure about delusional but it's not unusual for us to have to do a genuine drain & fill several times a month during high seasons if we've rented to large groups with kids.

One fast way to generate cash flow is to invest in high cash flow, low appreciation markets (say several midwest e.g.

I would recommend saving a little more.From what I've read about Cleveland is that you need to be concerned with high crime.

Typically, the initial upfront for the rehab is either cash or a high interest loan (hard money or private). 

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They claim to charge in the "high 4 figures" - one web source says it's $4800 - to join their group and get access to their network and resources.  

This translates to high rental demand and potential for appreciation.Diverse Opportunities: From bustling metropolises like Miami and Orlando to charming beach towns and vacation destinations, Florida caters to a wide range of investment strategies.

Hard money loans offer fast approval and don't risk personal assets but come with high-interest rates and fees, which can be tax-deductible as carrying costs.