Consider paying down the high-interest debt strategically if it outweighs the potential returns from new investments.Additionally, understanding Real Estate Professional Status (REPS) and Short-Term Rental (STR) tax savings can significantly reduce your tax bill while building your portfolio, enhancing your overall financial strategy.

After an intro call and vision board, intro to strategic lending partner, four physical tours, two offers on two properties (with the second accepted below asking price) a quick inspection with (minor inspection issues resolved by seller), appraisal waiver and below market rate lock..

I am starting to believe that I need to learn the tax laws myself since I have lost so much money paying unnecessary taxes because my previous CPA's are not familiar with all laws or they just plug numbers into a software (without strategizing) and then I get hit with huge tax bills that could have been legally avoided. 

Based on what you've shared, I can definitely relate to your goals, as I specialize in helping investors like you scale their portfolios with strategically selected properties.Financing & Expansion Options:Given your current financials, here are a few paths you could consider:HELOC or Cash-Out Refinance: Tapping into the equity of your current property could give you the liquidity needed to acquire more rentals.

I am also learning how to prepare exist strategics to get out any situations in the event the loan being called.

Quote from @Susan Maneck:  There is a strategic blue-print on how to usurp a democracy too Communism detailing this; "Rules For Radicals" that if you read should shoot a cold chill down your spin as it details blow for blow exactly what's been happening for years, and what it's all leading up to becomes obvious as well as true intents. 

We invested $30,000 in strategic renovations, enhancing the property's appeal and market value.

I would connect with a lender to see what your current situation looks like so you can strategize for a future move.

The STRategic Investor does a meet-up in Atlanta that is made up of a number of North GA STR hosts.

Your background equips you to handle the admin work, but as you expand, consider outsourcing to focus on strategic growth.