It sounds like you do if you want to self manage.

Quote from @Enrique Toledo: I came across a really good seller financing deal and I would like to purchase it as my first deal but I don’t have enough money for the down payment.can I use a lender of some sort to give me money for the down payment?

This way the buyer doesn't feel like an added cost is unexpected and at fault of the seller who is turning over the property to them with potential liability.

When you allow users to delete their own posts, you disrupt the flow of conversations.This is an OPEN forum, not just a closed network like Facebook.  

My focus leans more toward equity appreciation than cash flow, and as a rookie investor, I’m aiming to put aside about $25-30k for investments each year.In the meantime, I’m looking to connect with like-minded folks here for mentorship, partnerships, apprenticeships, and even collaborations.Would love to hear your thoughts, advice, or anything you think might help as I continue piecing everything together!

Kind of like asking if people like cars pro/con; then finding out later you're a car salesperson; versus Truck/Motorcyle/Mass transit.Read back through my comment and yours, we said the same thing. 

It’s great to have you here, and it sounds like you’re in a fantastic area with lots of potential.

After looking closely at what Hospitable offers versus some of the bigger names like Guesty, it's honestly surprising to see that Hospitable has more features, especially when it comes to automations.

It sounds like you trust your PM and he is doing what he is getting paid for.

To transition to multi-family properties, research landlord-friendly states like Texas, Florida, Tennessee, and Indiana with favorable eviction laws, lower taxes, and higher rental demand.