Chris thanks for the great questions, and I hope I didn't give the impression I thought you where a 'crack-head' as you stated.

My advice is dont put so much down and instead buy a Primary and an investment rental all in one step.May sound crazy moving into a new state and also buying a rental but your already way a head of most investors. 

Just looking to sell in the near future and trying to wrap my head around what a potential STR buyer will expect.

In Sept I'm still waiting for an official announcement and legal documents to be provided.My second investment with them is also on the verge of failing with the property heading for foreclosure.Best of luck, Cheryl

But a heads up...the best financing on these types of properties is seller/owner financing.

I think you hit the nail on the head when you said "...and I think it helps prevent problems when they understand the myriad issues involved in its use."

I will be applying to schools this upcoming summer, interviewing in the fall, and, Lord-willing, finding out late fall where I will be headed. 

Would love to speak more on this regarding the market, where I think things are heading, and some deals that might match up with your criteria/goals.Just shot you a friend request!

Thanks for the heads up I didn't see those other posts.

Stock market is liable to change rapidly and high risk.