As a Canadian, most of what you say regarding BC and Ontario is true due to Vancouver and Toronto being the major cities in Canada, but your immigration numbers and link to housing shortage is a bit of political rhetoric.

What are some unconventional creative financing strategies you've personally used or encountered in real estate investing that led to unexpected success, and what lessons did you learn from those experiences?

As a reminder, our rules require all content to be human generated, based on your own knowledge or experience.I'm shutting 'er down.

@Julian Martinez The good thing about your position is that if you decided to sell the property you can qualify for the 121 exclusion, and qualify for a 1031 exchange.

Hey Joe,Thanks for sharing your journey!

Specifically:Share your experiences investing in Knoxville.Recommend resources or tools for market analysis.Help me find off-market properties, turnkey rentals, or connect with wholesalers.I’m eager to learn from this community and collaborate with like-minded individuals familiar with the Knoxville market.

Your entry points are different if you are living there or not.

Hey @Mike Pepperday, AirBNB and VRBO are your best bet to see what kind of demand there is for STRs in general.

I don't believe your mileage or due diligence expenses on other properties can be deducted since you did not have a business yet or any properties in service. 

By renting out a duplex unit, you can cover a portion of your mortgage and free up cash for other investments.