STR it will cost you big.this isn't a difficult job depending on the fridge location.

I know, I get a lot of different kinds of checks because I work with corporations, schools, banks, jobs, etc.

The city's macroeconomics is looking great - lots of population and job growth due to the booming tech scene and many companies choosing to move and develop here.

I am a mother of 2 and trying to get into this to save up college funds for them when they grow up so that they too can chase their dreams in life.

This includes contacting the applicant’s employer and speaking with their supervisor to confirm job stability, income, and reliability​. if the person has not been employed at their place of employment they would require a guarantorCredit Score and Debts: Applicants need a minimum credit score of 620, and while we review debts, medical debts are generally not disqualifying unless they impact overall financial health.Criminal History: We do review criminal history to ensure safety and security for our tenants, while remaining mindful of state and federal guidelines.Rental History: Positive references from past landlords, with no evictions or significant lease violations in the past five years, are essential. and we can see into the court system if they have an eviction judgement.Release of Information: We include a release form allowing us to verify employment and rental history directly, which helps us get a clearer picture of an applicant’s background.This process has worked well so far, but I’m always open to improving.

We love North Carolina but we're 20 years from the retirement dream. 

@Bruce Woodruff did a good job with some basic numbers and it looks like a loser.Plus you are paying a premium over the average.

My job is flexible which I think would be important when trying to manage my first property so thats why .

They will do a slap dash job on a house that still has a bad roof and foundation in a neighborhood that will see zero appreciation. 

I stack cashflow for capex and repairs because I have a decent W2 job that I live off of.