Additionally, it’s a good idea to network with local real estate agents who specialize in short-term or mid-term rental markets.Good luck with your new venture! 

However, don't have any of those loans anymore (most paid off).The only thing I do that you don't, is use trusts, and love them and they have saved my bacon a number of times.

Like everything in real estate, it comes down to negotiating a good deal upfront.

It was like paying for multiple Master's degrees to get our "real world" experience.  

The stock market, gold, Bitcoin, and most real estate are all at all-time highs.

To thrive in real estate investing, you must maintain a firm grip on your finances.

He speculatively questioned,at that time, "What will these look like in 20 years?"

It will take time.3) Property management companies, chamber of commerce meetings, local commercial RE brokers, etc are all additional options to network and find people who do deals.

Another aspect that's important is to communicate to your relinquishing property buyer (Boston condo) that you're going be doing a 1031X and that they can offer you flexible closing time.

@Joseph FennerThis question has come up from time to time.I use the app.