It is very hard to find deals that can cash flow and generate a cash bonus in todays market with the current rents.To give you perspective: I bought a home for 200k or so, renovating for another 240k.

My side also has a small bonus room that could be an additional bedroom if needed.

I turned the extra room without a bathroom into a workout room as a bonus amenity.

There are also bonus rates for larger investments.

I've also bought over 20 round-trip flights with points in the last 6-7 years.Most programs teach how to sign up for new cards and earn the bonus points.

The house is also furnished with a solid wood no spring couch, and a solid wood round dining table, and a king sized bedroom set in the master.

Your concern about deals looking "too good to be true" with 50% down is valid, so focusing on a well-rounded analysis is a great move.Tools like Cashflow Analyzer Pro with Deal Instant Analyzer can provide a detailed breakdown of real estate investments.

It’s a vacation destination with steady year-round tourism, and there are opportunities to find properties that cash flow well, especially centrally located condos or single-family homes in the $250k–$350k range.That said, the "right" market depends on your investment goals.

Bonus I found a co-host with a presence in the area that would co-host it for 15%.

Eugene could be a great choice for STRs with the university driving consistent demand with college kids + family, and Portland offers year-round potential with its already strong market for both MTR and STR.