I've heard add 1-2% to your current rate, but it seems I could do a little more than that and it still be an attractive deal for the buyer.Also, I would like to find a loan processing company to deal w/ the payments & record keeping.

It also matters where the home is located, and what the weather, type of tenants it attracts/has been attracting, etc. other factors are.

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Before committing to paying off the property, analyze whether there are ways to optimize revenue, such as better marketing, adjusting pricing, or upgrading the property to attract higher-end guests.Return on Capital: If you pay off the mortgage, the “return” is essentially the 7% interest you’re saving.

Build a system that attracts the right audience.

I would just be cautious, as there are some rough neighborhoods in both Akron and Cleveland that seem attractive due to the cash flow but will be money pits after the vandalism and vacancy. 

Given your situation, a property closer to Nashville might be more advantageous for short-term rentals like Airbnb, as proximity to a popular city typically attracts more guests and higher rental income.

Property ClassProperties are categorized by class, impacting their quality, condition, and investment profile:Class A: High-end, newly built, prime locations, attractive to institutional investors.Class B: Good quality, older than Class A, with minor deferred maintenance.Class C: Older properties with dated amenities, but value-add opportunities exist.Class D: Distressed properties in less desirable locations with high risks but potential for significant improvement.4.

BiggerPockets is free so it attracts all kinds of characters which can taint the picture. 

In neighborhoods that won't attract high credit score tenants, I've found that a stable job history with a MINIMUM of 1 year at current or previous job to be the best indicator of a great tenant.