When looking in markets where the prices of homes sold is private and not provided , how are you running your comps?  

My reno budget would be between 15-20k to get to where it needs to be.

I've just reached a point where I can start saving money, so I'm looking for advice and guidance on how to begin investing, especially using grants or government funding.

I keep the rmd the lowest possible however to secure a loan on a home I inherited I had to adjust the rmd higher...now I want to move it back where it was because I am very conservative and like to have money for the unforseen future . 

Also depends on if you will ever want/need a roommate, one advantage of a 2bd is obviously if you are ever in pinch you can rent the 2nd bd, but if your pretty confident that’s not something you’ll do, I’d lean newer 1bd, not to mention that’s where the best deals are right now.

I started with an Airbnb, added several more, I am completing my second BRRRR and have successfully flipped 2 houses this year in Austin, TX where I live.

255k for 1200 a month , terrible , How many units is this and where ? 

There are other software out there where you can create custom KPI dashboards but I don't currently know of an all-in-one solution.Best of luck!

You can only do it in certain zones.Here is where you can read up -https://raleighnc.gov/permits/services/short-term-rentalsAlso, you won't get any extra appreciation over a similar long term rental.

Background - I'm in the southern Kentucky market and that's where the land is located.