Hello,I recently had a deal fall through that I need some advice on.  A property that I own was on the market.  An offer was received that I accepted.  On the initial agreement, it clearly stated that the buyer was go...

STR seems to have better tax benefits (in the right market) but is it worth it at a distance ???

The single biggest issue in my way currently is obtaining enough cash, whether it be my own, or through partnerships or family/friend-based lending (which I am very hesitant about to begin with as this could potentially strain relationships unnecessarily when money is involved).

I do a good bit of long distance real estate investing and I am considering going into as new area. 

I'm 2 miles from 2 hospitals (one is Swedish and I've heard that they get a fair amount of travelers) and within walking distance to Denver University.

I have read the book on long distance investing and still am not too confident to get started.

this is very, very difficult to do at a distance. 

A relative who does long-distance real estate investing told me that I have to sign the final loan document and the transfer of ownership document in person.

It does really eat into your revenue, but if you're convinced you can't manage it yourself from a distance, you will need either a PM or a co-host.

Can't believe I've been reading Rich Dad books for years before ever hearing about Bigger Pockets via David Greene books (BRRRR and Long-Distance RE Investing).