You are positioned right at one of the top 10, if not 3, STR markets on the planet buddy! 

highlight_post=4170358&page=5#p4170358@Scott Innocente, has been a huge asset to me in finding decent MFRs and off market possibilities.

One strategy is to pursue properties (in your preferred markets) that have been listed for sale for over 90 days (even longer is better).

It’s exciting to hear about your plans to dive into this field, and Chicago is a fantastic market to explore once you move there.It sounds like you’re on the right track with your interest in House Hacking, Mid-Term Rentals, Short-Term Rentals, and the BRRRR strategy.

I know a little about the phoenix market and agree it is growing. 

I have found a good market and have built a good team thus far and I'm ready for my first flip.

Once you identify a realtor you want to use make sure you have a long conversation with them to break down exactly what you are looking for in your first REI.My advice is do lots of research on every property and make sure you identify its current market for both rents and value. 

Plus is 4% even in line with market cap rates?

Hey Jimmy- I'd be happy to discuss how things are in Beech and what the short term rental market looks like.

Keeping a 2.99% rate sounds great, but it may be costing you thousands of dollars if you are in the double digits with your other outstanding debts.