Plan for worst case and bless your stars when it doesn't happen. 

Rock stars?

But because I found a place I was happy to live in and make extra payment's every month while it was still owner occupied the refi 3 years after purchase price was easy and now it's the shinning star in my portfolio.

But since he's such a rock-star who saves me consistently, I wouldn't take my PM's money.Good Luck!

However, if I had access to investor money and had some experience and a track record I would invest in Boise and more specifically Eagle, Star and eventually Middleton.

Then, once you have several 5-Star ratings, you can raise the prices.

I have represented several buyers and helped them in acquiring, furnishing, getting their platform started, and creating their very own rock star vacation rental. ( I also just closed on three single-family homes in the Scottsdale market for my clients). 

Not going to give up but will need a true rock star agent and finance wizard.

You can sort out by their star ratings (which I highly recommend as it shows prior clients had great experience).

Hopefully you did your math right and the property will cash flow hard enough to quickly pay off your credit card bill for the TVs This message was typed on an iPhone by a Superhost with hundreds of 5 star reviews.