You'll also need to show stable income for the past two years through W-2s or tax returns.Talk to 3-5 lenders to compare their rates, fees, and terms.

I am looking to join a mentorship program to help lower my learning curve and until I find it, I am educating myself with books, as well as YouTube University and great advice from the BiggerPockets community.I do work full-time in a career that I love and is very rewarding, but I also know I won't attain my goals with my current job.

It's an exciting journey that can offer both financial rewards and personal satisfaction.

It amazes me the nice cars, clothes, and general stuff that my renters have compared to what I own. 

I'm sure a lot of hard work went into building it up and cool that you get to reap the rewards!

Quote from @Tove Fox: What are the pros and cons of each when compared?

I can help compare BP features but without knowing too much about Privy's functionality I'm not sure I can give you a great answer, other than of course BP Pro comes with more perks than just deal finding.

I am left to wonder, though some investors with SFR's are doing it successfully, is the risk too high for the reward?

Quote from @Ryan Pham: Is there a reliable way for to est income of a furnish / short term / airbnb  incomevs long time income ( I know this can be est looking at comparable posting in same area )I have a 3 bed / 1 bath small townhome ( hoa approved ) I like to try to fully furnish and do airbnb / fully furnish rentalThis unit is 1 mile from Banner Desert Medical Center ( traveling nurse ?

Transitioning from construction equipment rentals into full-time real estate must have been a big step.I can relate to your passion for finding deals and helping others reach their goals—it’s such a rewarding aspect of being in this industry.