Keeping a 2.99% rate sounds great, but it may be costing you thousands of dollars if you are in the double digits with your other outstanding debts.

Is this advertising?

My professional background is data science / analytics, which means analyzing cash flows will probably come more naturally than building relationships, which apparently, is how one finds deals worth making.Are there meetups in these areas I should attend (digitally at first, presumably)? 

It's technically avoidant of advertising or self-promotion, but it always is blatant self-promotion opportunity.

We don't allow any "deal-making" in the forums, which includes advertising your services or properties, looking for partners, etc.

We don't allow any "deal-making" in the forums, which includes advertising your services or properties, looking for partners, etc.

We don't allow any "deal-making" in the forums, which includes advertising your services or properties, looking for partners, etc.

Those properties that are obviously vacant - as well as those you advertise for 'immediate occupancy' are well-known targets of squatters. 

getting cash flowing rentals in those states is certainly possible, but much, much more difficult than advertised. 

Solar panels may qualify for the 30% federal energy credit, and advertising expenses, like adding your company’s logo, are deductible.However, Section 280A restricts deductions for any dwelling unit used as a residence for more than 14 days annually, even if partially used for business.