I think it would be worthwhile for you to chat with your local TD branch about the ability to get a USA mortgage via TD Bank in the USA. 

This benefits me, because I'll still collect the rental payment and have the ability to evaluate the tenant before anything more long term is signed.

Perhaps not quite as critical as it used to be given our ability to compensate with a strong internet presence but still important for sure! 

Sure you have some people who have limited ability to move up the economic ladder because they have intellectual or mental health issues but I just don't get long term section 8 for as many people as there are on it.

Because you've built that equity, but you also have the ability to adjust how much of that equity you keep in the property when you transition out of the construction loan into a more permanent loan to produce more cash flow.#3: Are you going to self-manage or hire it out?

I have $100,000 of equity in our first home, but I am very hesitant to use it due to my novice ability and naiveness in real estate.

Additionally, I can receive $40k in gifts from my father and ability to access a $20-60k loan from family at 4% APY interest.

Some element of tax planning, in addition to filing returns, would be great but not looking to spend $35k on that!

I like to hold better quality property/better neighborhoods for the ability to attract quality renters and maintain the value of my property. 

I love to hear Josh and Dave recognized our unique ability to go up to 95% of the value of the home!