Great tools that get updated regularly.I am on the lending side of things and would be happy to hop on a call with you anytime to discuss financial strategies and help answer any questions you may have about nearly any loan product available to help you on your journey, even if they are not products my capital partners offer.We are all here to help you learn and grow.

@Chris Seveney as a real estate broker, more than a 100 on residential side and ~30 on commercial.

Plus, having a fully paid-off property could be a nice safety net if the STR market takes a hit or occupancy slows down.On the flip side, if you’re eager to grow, saving for another property could be the better play.

After putting about $50k into the property,  I’m just about $25k from meeting my completion goal that includes stucco, drywall, and siding.

If so, go to college and you can work on RE as a side gig or until you have deals under your belt.

My goal is to move more onto the ownership/management side of the real estate industry as soon as possible, but am not sure the best way to go about making the switch.

A side question - if this time, November to January, is the worst time to find a tenant, does it somewhat logically follow that it's also the best time to buy? 

Hi Lina, It’s exciting to hear that you’re looking to invest in a mid-term rental (MTR), and I’d love to help you navigate the financing side of things.Understanding loan options, down payment requirements, interest rates, and how lenders view MTR properties is crucial to setting yourself up for success.

My sacrifice… no haircuts and no fast food. 1 job full time, 1 full time side hustle. 0 debt at the time other than student loans.

I know in Virginia my friend had a similar issue (side-by-side duplex, though, not second floor) and he was not proactive, just warning them several times verbally.