While I applaud you for taking a step towards your real estate success, I only hope that you invest just as much time out in the real real estate fields and trenches as you are spending in the fortune builders program.There are many paths to the same destination and while yours is one I would not to follow (I prefer hands on learning), if you work hard enough and are just a tad bit lucky, you'll find success.Glenn

Sometimes, however, reality has to step in and adjust one's perspective.David J Dachtera"Success is not a destination.

And then they wonder why their kids are destined for the penal system.

My floor tile choice is called 'Destin' from Mennards and is 12 X 12" tile.

The Smokies in TN is a place where short term rentals are a VERY common type of ownership and it's been a destination for decades.

I wouldn't say that FHA was your ONLY option, just that it seems most feasible in your situation.As for SD's multi market, it can definitely be an attractive destination for house hack.

There are many neighborhoods going through changes around the the Nashville urban core that are in close proximity to destinations like Geodis Park, Fifth + Broad, and the Nashville International Airport (BNA).

That will cost more, but you would be able to have more confidence in the findings.My $0.02...David J Dachtera"Success is not a destination.

They will allow you to get to your final destination with fewer mountains to climb and fewer curves to navigate. 

I was actually thinking about looking at a 4 unit multi family downtown as close to desirable tourist destinations as possible, and then renting out 3 of the units on airbnb while living in the 4th.