It seems in order of increasing profitability:LTR < MTR < STRGiven that I'm based in the Denver metro area, unless I'm occupying the property as my primary residence, STR is out the question, as Denver has cracked down on the short tern rental laws.

If you hold it long enough, it will increase in value through appreciation and you can sell it for a higher price.

I think Jacksonville, comparitive to the nation has good rent to purchase ratio's.However, from what I am reading, Jacksonville is going through a huge increase in supply of houses.I think you can always make a deal happen in any city but I would personally wait until the new supply is absorbed.

I want to start advising my buyers to use land trust transfers when we acquire properties that have underlying notes since we are seeing an increase in notes being called.

Folks that use it compliantly are not really the target, but even using the "reply stop" wording has really increased unsubscribe rates, its a whole new world with SMS the last 6 months, spammer need to be way more sneaky now

Moved into a cheap house and used “sweat equity” to increase value and then obtained a line of credit.5.

I personally would not choose to swap a tanked water heater to tankless at a rental due to increased maintenance.  

By targeting these locations, you increase your chances of steady income.

Diversifying involves buying multiple properties to reduce risk and increase rental income.

Rent is $1,725 with existing tenant, a little under market so scope to increase in future, especially if I do a cosmetic update.