I would buy again if I had the chance.Why I choose Fredericksburg?

Yes pretty common, minimum downpayment is generally 25% (occasionally that 20% will work) but just depends on your situation.  

This totally depends on the state and many look at STR as hospitality and you don't need a license and all that jazz.

This really depends on the entity, # of members, etc. 

With interest rates climbing gradually and the "potential" for a recession, the need for housing is still at an all-time high and people are choosing apartments for several reasons.

Regarding the deals you see listed after 2 years, sometimes investors choose to take advantage of the appreciation they've gotten and move it elsewhere.

Quote from @River Sava: Hey April - Refinancing after a year if there's limited equity depends on your goals—lowering your monthly payment, cashing out, or switching loan types.The process usually involves checking your current loan terms, appraised value, and credit situation.

It depends on how many guns you want to carry!!

A more typical rule of thumb is to budget 10%–15% of gross rental income for maintenance and repairs over the long term, depending on the property’s age, class, and location.

The markets that can help you achieve financial freedom (see the Dependencies above).Talk about over analysis.