RI or NH seem like solid options these days as a Boston alternative.

That said, if you have the option to invest in a better cash-flowing deal elsewhere, it's worth running the numbers to compare returns.

Your credit score will be worth improving to acquire better financing options.

One of its standout features is the ability to directly link your Airbnb account, as well as the bank accounts you use to receive rental income and pay expenses.Another feature I really appreciate is Baselane’s built-in banking option.

There was no "assign to property" option and basically I had to re-add their profiles to assign them to a property, which was clunky.

Because buying a house in excellent condition and then totally changing the layout can be expensive, especially if it's involving load supporting walls. 

Be sure to explore all around the forums as well as many of the FREE tools that Bigger Pockets provides.I am on the lending side of things and am always happy to hop on a call to discuss loan options that are out there, even if not offered by my resources. 

I was involved in a bunch of industries—from wellness and gyms to digital marketing and consumer products.

I promise you will have options once you finish renovating.If you purchased correctly (location & purchase price), you will have enough equity so that you can either sell it for tax free capital gains, cash out refinance (if mortgage rates are lower), or pull a HELOC to acquire your next property!

Hey @Tori Rhodes - As a builder myself here in Chicago that is a question I hear often.Before looking into your loan options, I'd look long and hard at the cost of land and construction in your Grand Rapids area.