They're saying right now on CNBC that this was the strategic opportunity of a lifetime (acquiring Merrill Lynch).Whatever needs to happen to stabilize the banking and lending business, should happen.

This is an investment and me personally no matter the investment, I treat it as a business, my number goal is maximum efficiency, least risk exposure and maximum ROI, the only ways I have seen that be a success is through strategic investing in various types/classes of TK within the Real Estate world, along with some buy & flips that I self managed.

Sometimes, all it takes is a little strategic planning as well as experience to land an awesome deal like that!

Let's break down your questions:Moving Across States: It can be a strategic move if it aligns with your investment goals.

It's also worth noting that some historically hot markets are slowing down due to significant population shifts and increased regulatory restrictions.The key takeaway is that while the short-term rental market is still robust, it's undergoing changes that require more strategic planning and market research from investors.

However, we decided strategically and personally, that we wanted to give that up in exchange for investing solely in SFHs so that we have better exit options.  

I'd been thinking about a strategic way to diversify my investment portfolio to include investments not dependent upon the stock market, then a friend and fellow BP member) told me about this site.

You might want to strategize with your agent to look for properties that have been on the market a "while".  

Even though it requires more work and strategic thinking, we are able to double our money every 3-4 months with enough opportunities present to scale quickly instead of tying ourselves down to a few properties that will appreciate consistency over time.

You want an accountant that can help you strategize and who is responsive when you want to know the tax consequences of the decisions you are making throughout the year.Good luck and let me know if I can be of assistance.