Tax benefits, use of leverage, and a physical asset that you can see and touch.

Which leads me to my final point, but not numbered.If I was you, I'd sell this property and 1031 into a non-HOA property that is attractive to own and fits #3 profile-- 1.25 DSCR + healthy reserves.

But neither do you, yet you started with:"Short answer is "yes"  - which I consider misleading.And you manipulated the OP's question to fit your agenda.

You sell when it fits with your original business plan (targeted NOI is reached, timeline is reached, etc.). 3.

It’s growing steadily and has a mix of properties that fit well into a BRRRR strategy.

Just moving when you can work from home does not fit this exception.

Again, if the numbers work, and you can fit in the cost of a PM service, what's the holdup?

Are you willing to reject several potential tenants until you find the right fit (I doubt it given how you were always talking about how busy you were)? 

But if your budget is tight or your home only needs minor updates, your real estate agent can help you think outside of the box by suggesting simple DIY staging tips to help your home look its best.Bottom LineStaging your house properly can make it much more attractive to buyers, but it’s not a one-size-fits-all solution, and every home shines differently.

In Phoenix, a 1996 build is practically brand new when compared to a WWI-era home in Cleveland or Pittsburgh or some other Midwest or East coast city.While I agree that older homes come with more problems, buying something newer may not work as the price will be higher and won't cash flow as well.I'm of the mindset to buy what fits your budget and investment goals.