The Section 8 process involves more paperwork and effort upfront, but it can be a good long term strategy if you're looking for stability.

Does anyone have any advice on effectively setting up temporary battery-operated cameras on a long-term rental property to deter break-ins and squatters while rent-ready repairs are being made before a tenant moves in?

I have multiple lenders that can do 100% financing for the short-term rehab loan, up to 70% ARV for 1-4 unit properties.

I imagine it would also have a lot to do with your long term goals in real estate.

Understanding cash flow and loan terms will help you manage payments.

@Desiree Board For your mix of long-term rentals (LTRs), short-term rentals (STRs), and house flipping, an LLC is ideal for liability protection and pass-through taxation.

From there you can start to identify what you are looking for.Where do you land on the follow spectrums:Cash flow and AppreciationLong term or Short term needs (waiting for growth vs get out of my W2 now)Long term rentals, Mid term rentals, Short term rentalsBuying close to home or coast to coastSelf manage or hire a PMIf you can narrow in on those, you essentially have your buy box. 

Don't be discouraged by the lower returns—house hacking is often about long-term wealth-building, and your primary residence can offset some of those mediocre numbers.Make sure you're accounting for local trends and realistic rents—sometimes expected rent growth is overly optimistic, or costs like repairs might be underestimated.

Quote from @Ryan Kane: Long time follower of BP in Canada first time poster!

If you lack the funds to flip any other way, go for it, but do understand it's not a business model for long term success.