Any hurdles or was it fairly straight forward?

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I appreciate the straight forwardness and will write down these tips so I can be better.

These are the keywords that stand out to me in your question:sources, websites, best deals, systems, step by step, factors.You are focused on all of the wrong things.

This needs to be highlighted in the lease and acknowledged by them.Security Deposits: You can’t use their security deposit for routine cleaning, but if they leave things in bad shape beyond normal wear and tear, it’s fair game to deduct cleaning costs.I’d start by having a straightforward talk with them about the importance of keeping things clean for health reasons and property preservation.

Communication with them isn't always straightforward, as they are notorious for taking 2 or 3 days to respond to my texts.Looking forward to your insight on this!

While, a reservation on Furnished Finder or Airbnb, for example, might be a bit more straightforward. 

If so, you will need to rollover those funds into respective money sources of pre-tax and Roth. 2) Analyzing whether to use IRA or Solo 401(k), is fairly straight forward, when the intent is for you to have your own business and want to use the funds for real estate investing.

In the meantime, I'd recommend using the search function and set up keyword alerts to find other questions on land wholesaling, best investment strategies, and any other topics of interest.Excited to hear what you and your son have in the works, all the best!

These loans often have more straightforward qualification requirements for investors with multiple properties but may have slightly higher rates.Cash-Out Refinance on Your Single-Family Rentals: If each has around $70k in equity, a cash-out refinance could provide some capital for the down payment, renovation costs, or even help you buy the 4-plex outright.FHA 203(k) or Conventional rehab loan: If you’re planning to occupy one of the units as a primary, FHA’s 203(k) loan or a conventional renovation loan could help with purchase and rehab costs at lower interest ratesPortfolio Loan: Some local banks may offer portfolio loans for investors with multiple properties.