If mixed in with your deposits and reserve funds, you may accidentally spend money you shouldn't have.

The airfare, though, is usually 100% deductible even if you mix business with some pleasure.

I'm coming from smaller scale mixed use development and fundraising.

Detroit has a mix of affordability and strong rental demand, with properties under $200k that can cash flow if approached correctly.

My wife and I self manage a mix of short, mid, and long term rentals.

I have a mixed bag of renters: some use no assistance, some are section 8 and some are non section 8 but have used some housing program assistance (such as deposit + 1st month of rent).

Many are zoned as mixed use communities.

In markets like Phoenix, you might find a mix of both, but it’s always better to invest with clarity.Have you looked into whether the builder is still selling homes in the same community?

With technology and the right culture property management companies can be successful with a mix of local and remote team members. 

It’s an area filled with short-term rental properties owned by a mix of out-of-town hosts and locals, but I know the advice here can apply to hosts and managers across the country!