Second, I'd connect with some local hosts in your area also in addition to Airdna.

Since then, I’ve added six duplexes and three single-family homes.Apart from the house hack, if I could start over, I’d focus more on single-family homes in better neighborhoods.

I'd be glad to hop on a call and talk more if you'd like! 

My duplex - built 1989, 2,060 sf, 2 bed/bath, 1 year old roof, value if I subdivide (county already approved) and sell each separately $150k each ($300k total)Investor duplex - built 1995, 2,300 sf, 2 bed/bath, 5 year old roof, value around $310kThe investors initial request was for an equal trade and they would pay realtor fees, which I replied wouldn't be equal due to buying/selling costs (recording fees, title insurance, closing fee, survey, inspections, loan fees, 1031 fees, accountant fees, repairs), taxes would increase due to new sale price, I'd trade a 3.75% mortgage for a higher one, and I'm on the 10th year of a 30 year loan so resetting that to a new loan would restart amortization and pay more towards interest.

I asked those questions because I do not have the experience dealing with a PMC, but I'd like to be open to and consider it in my journey.

I would imagine getting the cash out is about the easiest part, having the check in hand is the exciting part, and buying a house is the nerve-wracking part. i watch videos at work and talk to my clients all the time about real estate.

It helps to ensure everyone is on the same page and can save you headaches if issues arise.If you need further guidance on structuring these points or tailoring them for your project, feel free to reach out—I’d be happy to help you get started!

The other area I'd consider is Cleveland after listening to one of the BP podcasts and doing some research on that area.

If I were in your spot, I'd do some sort of house hack or live in flip. 

I’d fix it up and list it to sell after I’d been there two years to take the gain tax free.