I know the tax hit isn’t ideal, but I’m wondering if the long-term cash flow benefits outweigh the opportunity cost.

Government support is great.  

This doe t mean that the poster is someone in cohorts or a “supporter” of the person, business or methodology you claim defrauded you.Based on my posts in the other thread on the same topic, I have been receiving emails providing additional information purported to show proof of fraud, though I have NO WAY of verifying it.  

If you care just about positive cash flow (and you don't care about population growth, macroeconomics, or appreciation), definitely go with Cleveland.

Are there any loan products I’d be able to cash-out refinance into before 12 months of seasoning?

One month vacancy can eat up all the cash flow.

We were not aware of this at all, and now we feel like we are not getting the support we thought we would get with Rent to Retirement.

Start small with manageable deals, educate yourself continuously, and build a strong network and team to support your growth.

I could be wrong, but I don't think the economy supports those numbers.

And because you can put so much less money down, your Cash on Cash Return is even higher.