Just make sure the grass doesn't just look greener before jumping.  

With $170k to deploy you most likely will have that all in one, maybe two deals, if it doesn’t go well you could end up way worse off.That said, if there are other factors like the property is a huge pain to manage or you are worried the neighborhood may actually get worse or you know you need a new roof in a couple years, then I’d consider selling.Also, even though you said it’s not a high appreciating area, do you think 1-2% is fair?

It just doesn't absolve them from the legal document they signed.

Or she stops paying either on purpose or by accident and doesn't tell you and that wrecks your credit...

They may be more emotionally concerned, but that doesn't mean they are better at the job.Why are millionaires and billionaires using financial managers, property managers, nannies, and maids? 

STR, MTR, it doesn't matter, you can't house people there and would be in a severe insurance liability if something were to happen in an unpermitted addition or renovation.If it was permitted, you would use Furnished Finder for MTR.

Because my rate is so low, a cash out refi doesn’t seem to make sense based on today’s rates.

Just bought a property in cabarrus county and turned out the crawl space doesn’t just need a vapor barrier it needs to be incapsulated, with trenches a sump pump and an industrial dehumidifier.

A prudent investor doesn't seek quick riches through shortcuts.

My primary motivation is to ensure my dad doesn’t have to worry about financial stress after retirement.