And you'll have a solid W-2 income to help you qualify for loans. 

Further context, I have zero debt, high 700s credit score, one other investment property here locally. 175k in cash available, looking to do DSCR loans or cash and then refinance.Peoria, Illinois- Great need for lower income housing, market appears to have many options.Lawton, Oklahoma- Looking only at extremely cheap properties, as it seems it’s not terribly hard to find renters.

I then did some wholesaling, land flipping, did some more buying and am now just doing lending to build up active income.

if his income is strong enough and not as much debt, he should be OKHope that helps..

Financial freedom isn't simply about replacing your current income, because inflation continuously drives up prices, making a fixed income insufficient to maintain your standard of living.

More on DSCR loans: DSCR loans won't use your income to underwrite the loan. 

There are 20+ CPAs and accountants on this site that specialize in real estate taxation.

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Given your situation, a property closer to Nashville might be more advantageous for short-term rentals like Airbnb, as proximity to a popular city typically attracts more guests and higher rental income.

If you are purchasing a primary home, income could be a challenge if you work at an office.