On the other hand, I’m hesitant to simply pay down more of a property, as we don’t need the immediate cash flow.Fortunately, both my wife’s job and mine are recession-proof, which allows us to be a bit more aggressive with our investments.I’d really appreciate advice from investors who have experience with frequent moves or military service.

It’s clear that there’s an incredible wealth of knowledge and experience here, and I’m excited to continue learning and growing with this community.I’m looking to connect with members who are open to mentoring or collaborating on real estate deals, particularly in buy-and-hold strategies for single-family or multi-family properties.

He has extensive experience with hotels and renovations.

@Matt PowersFrom my experience, deciding between short-term rentals (STRs) and long-term rentals (LTRs) depends on the market.

@Blair Ross Jr depends on how much experience you have with investing in rental properties.

You need to work with a property manager that has experience with this, unless you plan on doing it yourself.

I prefer markets that experience mild winters to eliminate the added costs brutal winters can bring. 

how much experience do you have?  

Thanks in advance—your experiences will help narrow down the best fit!

Also, long term, I expect Sac will enact tougher restrictions on STR, given the intense housing crunch we're experience, so I personally don't expect that to a be a good long term strategy.