But if you're looking to beat rent, get *closer* to breakeven or even cashflow (depending on rent strategy) then definitely check these out and reach out anytime with questions.

Then it's super important to know how to deal with the property AFTER your winning bid: how to clear the title and how to negotiate left-over encumbrances.  

AI for the win. 

Implement a Mgmt strategy? 

You wouldn’t be able to accelerate the entire $80k it would be more like 15-20% of the $80k depending on your exact property and as determined through a cost segregation study.If you’re not going to keep the property for at least 5 years or have a specific exit strategy in mind it may not be worth it to you. 

While you can’t completely control who applies to live in your properties, you most definitely can find areas that are popular with students, young professionals, families, etc. 4) just as important as finding the property, you need to have an exit strategy in mind for the property.

Bought my first property in FL last year with my mother as a partner. 50/50 she is the occupant paying the mortgage, I am a non occupant primary owner. Not sure if Id be able to refi becuase its so soon? Im looking to...

These are two completely different investment strategies. 

Much appreciated,J I know @Jonathan Klemm has operated a STR in Chicago and I believe you are correct about the occupancy rules.Like @Michael Baum said considering the mid-term rental strategy (30-90 days) may be a good strategy to get around STR rules.

From my research it seems prices have gone up a lot in recent years so I am wondering if this strategy is still a feasible option for someone looking to start with a SFH for 150k or below, adding value with a rehab and getting a high enough appraisal to make it work.