You can invest with no money down - but it doesn't mean you could and should have $0. you need to prepare for worst case scenario's(roof, furnace, etc needs repairs and will need $$) feel free to ask me any specific question that you have.

On the other hand, STRs present higher income potential, flexibility in pricing, and potential tax advantages, but require active management, adherence to regulations, and may entail unpredictable income.

You may want to consider working with your tax strategist remotely to expand your options.I would also recommend looking for a tax strategist willing to work with you throughout the year, not just when preparing your tax return.

This means lower returns, of course, but we're not currently prepared to oversee a major reno from afar.

If you are not comfortable with your accountant or how he is preparing/explaining your return, you may need a new accountant. 

I plan to get one eventually, but fires are just something to prepare for.

Are you prepared to lose money?

You don't necessarily need a CPA licensed in those states to provide you with tax planning, tax advice or to help prepare your return.licensure for CPA's by states are normally important when you want to provide assurance / auditing related assurance

They are strict to follow local MLS rules so be prepared to get detailed and accurate in your listing.

Asking is $200K, my relative (buyer) looking to put 20% down.He is pre-approved for the amount, lender has prepared both a conventional loan and a mass housing loan option for first time buyers.Would be purchasing as an owner occupied "primary residence", rates are decent under both options.Condo is currently rented, tenant lease expires the end of August - roughly 4 months.Lender says both loan programs require buyer to occupy the unit within 60 days, to qualify for first time buyer deals.Is there a way to get them to extend this to 120 days (4 months) until the tenant lease is up?