Over the years of dealing with folks on the internet, I have found most can't take hints, they need a strong dose of reality, a reality they know nothing about. 

because we have a strong demand for them and great str laws.The Triangle is visited year-round by travelling professionals in the research, medical, IT, and education space.

Use your $30k for down payment or initial rehab but budget extra for unexpected repairs.Your lead methods (D4D, DealMachine) are strong.

I feel very strong on this one!!!  

Providing strong supporting data from your Airbnb bookings, market comps, and STR reports will strengthen your case and help you close faster! 

If you're getting started, I'd suggest focusing on single-family homes in growth areas with strong population trends—let me know if you need help finding the right deal!

Quote from @Drago Stanimirovic: Hi Paul,You're in a strong position with your portfolio, and both strategies have their advantages.

I focus on finding deals that meet specific criteria, and I always keep my underwriting conservative to make sure the numbers work even on a worst case scenario.Right now, my big goal is to land my first property, ideally 20+ units in Florida, and build a strong portfolio from there.

These areas offer strong appreciation potential, steady growth, and stability.

Richmond is a growing market with strong tenant demand from young professionals, families, and college students, depending on the neighborhood.