The final straw was just last week when tenant randomly attacked my competency in my professional career.

@Scott VaethIf you live in part of the home and rent out rooms, you might be able to keep the lower 4% owner-occupied rate.Instead of a long-term rental that barely covers half the mortgage, could you do a rent-by-the-room model or target traveling professionals to increase cash flow?

, professional management requirements, onsite employee requirements, model units, etc. 12. 

Just be mindful of the following things when it comes to California.California does not recognize Bonus DepreciationCalifornia does not recognize real estate professional status.Therefore, you can potentially reduce your Federal taxes but not your California taxes.

I would look for a professional company like Rentwerx.Here's an eviction resource: https://guides.sll.texas.gov/landlord-tenant-law/about-evict...

Platforms like Taskrabbit.com offer skilled professionals who can assist with setup, assembly, and various tasks to get your space ready.Cleaner and handyman are key to keeping things running seamlessly, so it's crucial to have them in place before you begin.

Real Estate Professional = 750 hours and more time on real estate than anything else.

Readers should seek professional advice.

Investing in a property that’s already renovated, rented, and professionally managed could allow you to start generating passive income immediately without the added expenses of house hacking.What’s most important for you in this first deal—cash flow, appreciation, or long-term stability?

And the owner is very responsive to questions or issues (emailed him at night and received a reply within a few hours).