Additionally, are there any other methods, approaches or strategies you’d suggest for someone just starting out in this space?

Great tools that get updated regularly.I am on the lending side of things and would be happy to hop on a call with you anytime to discuss financial strategies and help answer any questions you may have about nearly any loan product available to help you on your journey, even if they are not products my capital partners offer.We are all here to help you learn and grow.

The strategy is to buy and hold with positive cashflow.  

I have been investing in Indy since 2017 and your strategy would be the determining factor on location and the type of house you'll buy!

For long-term strategies, a cash-out refinance is usually more advantageous, as it preserves ownership and offers fixed terms.To proceed, start with a professional appraisal to confirm the home’s value, compare refinance terms with traditional lenders, and carefully scrutinize shared-equity program terms to ensure they align with your financial goals.

I’d be happy to connect, chat through strategies, or see how we can work together.

My strategy in Arizona has been adding bedrooms and renting by the room - currently getting 850-950/room in nice neighborhoods.

Will be a better question for your CPA in my opinion, they'll have better visibility into what strategy will work best before filing season and EOY. 

It sounds like you should discuss specifics with a knowledge RE tax professional and discuss tax strategies.

It’s all about scale, so keep hunting for deals that align with your strategy.