Quote from @Elam Fisher Jr: Anyone have experience with mid term rentals in Baltimore city?  

Quote from @Jacob Campbell: Hello - After listening to the podcast, I've made a commitment to purchase a rental property by the end of Q2 this year (ideally by the end of Q1).

I had one short term rental that was granted a permit earlier this year and I have been operating it for months now as an STR.

Your mentor’s advice about starting with a rental property is solid, and a duplex could be a great option for house hacking.

Any recommendations on how many rental properties per LLC?

It ends when they AND their stuff is removed to the level that allows you to begin the re-rental process. 

Miami Rental Market Update: Rents Drop $200 as Affordability Remains a ChallengeMiami has officially ranked as the second-most unaffordable city in the U.S., but there’s some good news for renters: local rents have dropped to a 3-year low, with decreases of up to $200.

I have 2 rentals in SW FL- both have open insurance claims and a public adjuster is involved.My insurance policies renew April/May.

Verifying last 2 years of rental history very important!

And I agree you'll probably feel a lot better having your rentals in your backyard.