This unique blend of economic opportunity and lifestyle appeal positions these cities as prime locations for both investment and personal residence.You mentioned Roan Mountain and Watauga Lake.. both are fantastic draws.

If the rental property has a DTI of 25%, by definition your blended DTI will be <30%. 

Yes, I know Vanguard’s recent-ish medium term projection for Large Cap Blend is 3-5%, but please; I don’t want to lose, in the weeds, this narrative momentum I’ve worked so hard for.

It's worth looking at a blended rate calculator before you make a final decision of the type of loan as it will show the new "blended rate" of your HELOC and first mortgage if you go that route.

Also, got married and have a blended family.

Use a blended rate calculator to see what is more cost efficient.

From what I read in Bloomberg recently, investors gravitate towards platforms they trust on a personal level.I’ve found that blending personal touches with strategic growth means knowing your audience and what makes them tick.

Bay windows or built-ins can be a subtle way of blending modern convenience with the character of Ardmore’s older architecture.

I always enjoy learning about other markets, and this post gives a fantastic blend of data and local insights that really paint a full picture.The real estate stats are particularly interesting.

Again, depends on how you're planning to use the property (exclusively investment, blended occupancy/rental, or full-time occupancy) - if investment only an LLC would be the move.