So that area is based mainly on ease of longer term (ish) rental income, with about 2-3 years stability depending on how often people PCS and the (somewhat) quality of tenants (bc you never know, even with military).

You may not get the same tourist volume as Pigeon Forge, but you’ll attract a more consistent, quality guest base.If you're leaning toward an MTR, healthcare contracts and university housing demand will give you a steady stream of tenants.

I think the freedom of not paying your primary mortgage would be a huge stress relief and allow you to deploy cash quicker in the future and feel safer taking risks when you know your own living situation is covered.On the rental side, I know the magic ingredient in real estate is time and the sooner you get properties, the sooner they appreciate and are paid off by tenants and 5+ rentals 20-30 years from now would definitely be worth more than the one primary.Would love anyone's thoughts on how you would go about this situation!

.- Stick to B and C+ Areas: These neighborhoods balance affordability and tenant quality, minimizing risk.- Analyze Properties Remotely: Use tools like BiggerPockets calculators to evaluate deals.

I find LG TV's have great picture quality but the interface is kinda funky. 

Everything matters, from picture quality to online presence.

When they eventually move out, I plan to do a full renovation to bring the unit up to high-quality standards and maximize its rental potential.I’m happy to connect if you ever want to chat.

Quite prudent to stay away from such lack of quality in regards to REI agents.

The biggest thing to me is buying in quality areas that will increase in value over time.

This property has some one-of-a-kind qualities namely a nice creek with inbound and outbound waterfalls at each end of the property (its on a hill w creek canyon).I've gotten the septic scoped and certified, well is good, power needs to be reinstalled as property was abandoned years ago.