This could also be a smart short-term rental strategy since golf courses are typically situated in well-established neighborhoods with easy access to other amenities.

So if you buy smart and have a good cash flowing property this could help you.It is more difficult in this environment to find great properties at great prices at interst rates that work well.I would also caution everyone to not put all their eggs in the STR basket.

I was wondering if any of your smart people out there had other creative ideas to finance keeping our current home and buying a new one.

Well Zach, you are making a smart move. 

You're making a smart move considering out-of-state investment properties.

A smart Savvy businessman like yourself bought the note at a substantial discount and this is your chance to cash in on the spread early. 

is it smart?

No way a smart investor would invest. 

Lowering the pricing initially to get some reviews and traction is also probably a smart strategy.

Hello Hnu,Starting in the Midwest can be a smart choice, as the entry point is often lower and there are many opportunities for cashflow.