I disagree.In my experience with dozens of Section 8 tenants, they are not worth the trouble.

@Cody M.I would add a Phase I Environmental Site Assessment as a contingency to any offers on properties more susceptible to environmental issues (dry cleaners, gas stations, auto repair garages, etc.)

Current owner is asking WAY too much (2.5 assessment), and they do Airbnb with it. 

Make use of tools like PropStream or Zillow’s market analysis feature to assess property values and rental potential.PS: Did you know that Indiana has one of the lowest property tax rates in the country, making it a relatively cash-flow-friendly market for new investors?

It’s smart to research the area's saturation on STR platforms to assess competition, pricing, and occupancy rates.

Most of the leads you generate via cold calls, social media, and other marketing efforts won't transact or even meet with you for some time.Baseball players take dozens of swings in batting practice to prep for just 2-3 good pitches they'll see come gametime.

If you are planning to leave within the next year, i would do a heloc as investment property and there are a dozen places that will do this up to 80% of the value of your home.When qualifying for your next home, your lender can let you rent out your current home and use 75% of the lease as income to help you purchase your next property! 

In your assessment, is the carpet in good condition? 

@Adam Kraft We work with Steadily and dozens of other great options

A condo HOA can decide they want to replace all the roofs, but if the bank account is low, hit you with a $5,000 special assessment.