There are many other options as well including some that are included in property management software products. 

My area is relatively low crime, but had one place that someone broke a window to get in.... probably a homeless guy looking for a place to sleep....got scared when neighbor turned light on.I put in a SimpliSafe unit... portable, easy to set up, multiple options- you can use a webcam and get alerts on your phone and future tenant can pay for full service if they want. 

Hey @Sundone Boutvyseth,Similar to what @Brad Jacobson said, your best option might be a secondary residence loan if you want to STR.

If you're considering Real Estate as an option in the future, I would not add the money to either of these accounts. 

However, given that many sellers have locked in ultra-low mortgage rates from 2020–2021, the existing home supply remains constrained, which will continue to support home prices in certain areas.For investors, rental properties remain a strong option in an inflationary environment.

If you have questions or want to discuss financing options down the line, feel free to reach out.

OC California is very expensive so investing out of state can be a good option.

Transportation options are plentiful.

However, given the fact one is gone and the other is doing their best to cover all the rent, eviction would be a last option.

I plan to speak to my broker and it's probably a question for their lawyers, just wanting to check all my options before I choose a route