Don, I agree with your list being dangerous, but none of the top five are what I would call mainstream strategies.

If you live in a high cost of living area, investing in more affordable out-of-state markets can be a great strategy.

You also should be aware of the Pre Payment Penalties on this loan, especially if you are incorporating a BRRRR strategy.

Especially the ones where I had doubters saying it couldn't be done or my strategy was wrong.What's next? 

As a six figure earner, I am seeking advice and insights from experienced real estate investors on strategies and best practices that were valuable when starting out!

If anyone has any other suggestions about alternative strategies in the area that could facilitate cashflow, Id be all ears.

What strategies have worked best for marketing midterm rentals in secondary or smaller markets like Portsmouth?

I'm eager to share insights on how architectural strategies can benefit your investments and to learn from your experiences in the field.

Quote from @Kaushik Sarkar: I’m exploring strategies to scale my real estate portfolio given the current mortgage rate Not sure much makes sense at 11%...Ouch....tough enough at 7.5%   Might have to put more than 20% down to finance....maybe 30% in North Texas.   

It’s a lower risk strategy since you’ll be living in one of the units, and you’ll qualify for low down payment loans.