I want to maximize my $90k, and am just struggling with strategy.

I attend multiple meetups from Santa Barbara to Thousand Oaks and meet with folks doing all sorts of strategies - House Hack, STR, LTR, Infill Development, Flips etc. 

It's great to hear that you're interested in providing housing for fellow travel nurses - it sounds like a fantastic niche market.As you're getting started with acquiring rental properties, here are some steps you can take:To start real estate investing, educate yourself on various strategies, including analyzing deals, financing options, property management, and local market trends.

Voices in the industry, such as Sanjeev Advani, offer valuable insights into market trends, investment strategies, and the future outlook of real estate.

The best choice depends on your investment strategy, risk tolerance, and long-term objectives.

My goal is to establish a well-rounded portfolio of rental properties that not only promise financial growth but also offer value and sustainability to communities.I’m particularly keen on understanding the nuances of different real estate markets, effective property management techniques, and strategies for making informed investment decisions.

Make sure it's listed in the MLS and have your agent (or yourself) contact all the small volume custom builders in the area. 

Has anyone performed a Rent to Purchase financing with their buyer, as opposed to seller-financing where a deed of trust and a promissory note is issued to the buyer?  I heard this terms in a BP podcast and reaching o...

I am exploring my financing options and trying to figure out what would be the best strategy?

My initial strategy will probably be BRRRR in Iowa.