Do you think it's better to start sooner with a cheaper property to get in, or potentially wait longer to save more? 

And I hear you on not doing the work yourself again, time is just as valuable as money in this business.I like how you sourced this deal through networking instead of waiting for the MLS.

Here's a chart from ShowMojo based upon the thousands of properties their clients use their system for:Not sure how any landlord or PMC doesn't understand that DOM are affected by the time of year and it's taking longer to find tenants than any time since 2018!

Oh wait the profit margin is garbage too

Contribute to HSA the maximum you can, then invest to get the best possible returns and wait.

But, sometimes waiting and stacking cash for another opportunity is the best plan. 

But a really good property, for what you can afford, in a good location like Charleston and wait. 

If the tenants don't care for the pool properly, it could cost you thousands to fix.

Some of those facebook groups have thousands of members.

If you are waiting on a repairman for those as well general repairs its going to hurt your profit and your appearance.