Just a local guy/gal that wants some side work here and there.

Both situations work nicely.

I have been doing construction my whole life so the work is not something that I am worried about.

Quote from @Matthew Paul: I understand how businesses work.

I do work and Cleveland and have contacts.

There is so much MORE work involved as opposed to buying a fixer-upper and rehabbing that!

Another idea that we have been exploring is using the cash value of whole life insurance funds for emergencies. 

A second STR in a market with year-round cash flow potential might balance out your portfolio and give you more consistent income.

I'm working on my first transaction.... we shall see.  

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