In your price range, you could provide a comfortable place for families to stay that’s far closer to the base than the hotels.

I can probably get about $1400/mo in rent, so it fits the 1% and 50% rules.  1) If I were to do a cash-out refinance, my understanding is that I would affirm that I plan to stay in it for 12 months. 

I try to stay about 50% right now but if the mother of all deals came along I would consider more as long as what I am leveraging still cash flows at the new payment.

If you are looking to purchase a new flip or rental I suggest staying away from the MLS while the money is out.

Just make sure you stay on the case workers!

Nashville has stayed in the top ten the past 3 years as one of the fastest growing real estate markets.  

So total ALL your monthly cost and pro-rated costs.Divide by the number of months you think they will stay.

Income in an IRA will be sheltered from taxes.Investment that you personally own can be personally used, for example: your family could stay in vacation rental during off peak season.

Our business is now 100% virtual, which we're thrilled about, but to stay incorporated in our state of Oregon, we must have a physical presence.

Some stuff like flooring is possible as they just move everything to one side, install on the other and then reverse but its a pain for the crew.Larger renovations (e.g. new floor tiles or new bathroom) means the tenant has to stay out of that space for at least a day, usually more.