Most Commercial Brokers gave access to software tools that have off market properties, as well as being connected w owners off market property can help vet them based on financials …

I already have the tools and knowledge to fix up a property.

The cities here in Coachella Valley must employ some high-tech IT peeps because they troll for bad actors, find them with AI and other tools, and fine them $5,000.

Love the idea of asking AI to compare and contrast strategies. 5 years ago I would have rolled my eyes or even downvoted such a topic, but the reality is that in the year 2024 AI is an incredibly powerful tool for gathering objective information to make decisions.

Ultimately, there is no absolute answer and unique tool/strategy in anything real estate.

A line of credit can also be a useful tool to supplement your business.

I've you've already used $315k, you have $451,550 left.https://www.veteransunited.com/education/tools/va-loan-limit...Even though $515k>$451k, You CAN still use your VA loan on this duplex (and I highly recommend it).

@Estevan Benavides Lets say that ROI on a syndication deal does outpace the HELOC rate, my question is what do you prefer to go with since HELOC vs SDIRA are two very different tools when it comes pulling capital from.With HELOC, you borrow against your HELOC credit, pay the interest while you are in the syndication and eventually pay the borrowed amount back.

For example, 200 miles one way (guess) x $0.67 IRS mileage rate x 2 = $268 estimated vehicle cost per round trip, which is per guest stay.I'm using a calculator that factors in management costs (cleaning, hot tub maintenance, CapEX, OTA service fees, supplies, refunds, utilities, landscaping and internet) - it does NOT include marketing/tech tools like Lodgify, Guesty etc. so good flag. 

I suggest using BiggerPockets' "Find a Lender" tool to find a reputable hard money lender.