I would also have thought they would have attracted only the most conservative investor whose primary goal was protection of principal not how do I get the highest IRR ..  

I want to limit the down payment outlay so I'm willing to move into the new property (trying to conserve as much cash as possible for possible renovations).

Let's call it 10% to be conservative.

According to the update, ODC thinks that the distribution has the potential to rise as they continue to drive occupancy, but they want to be conservative and keep the fund healthy.  

That being said STR is still a great investment vehicle, but more stringent and conservative underwriting should be adhered to.

Some lenders are more conservative than others when it comes to contract employees.

I would just make sure the $254k is conservative and below any other active property in the area.Even if it doesn't pass a 4-point inspection, you could still make it work depending on what needs to be replaced.

I have an applicant who has a Conservator who handles all of their finances.

Consider other funding alternatives, be conservative with rent predictions, and be adaptable.

Where did you get (besides Chatgpt which is where your post was written) that conservatively real estate could more than double compared to retirement funds?