My Landscape company is an S Corp so I am familiar with that business structure, but I just don't know the best way to structure a real estate company.

It's always best practice to keep investors informed of all relevant information related to their investment (good or bad), both before they invest and during the period of ownership of the investment.

You’re already asking the right questions.Your current house is a solid asset with that 2.75% rate and strong cash flow potential.

I am figuring out what I want to build next that will have the best equity play but still crush as a STR.

They usually have simulators that will tell you how much you need to pay off on a particular debt to accomplish a particular point gain on your credit rating. 

A general credit line, on the other hand, could be secured by other assets or unsecured, and doesn't necessarily involve your home equity.HELOC Characteristics: - Uses your home as collateral - Usually has a lower interest rate than unsecured credit lines - Typically has a variable interest rate - Allows you to borrow up to a certain limit, repay, and borrow again during the draw period - Can be used for various purposes, including home improvements, debt consolidation, or as an emergency fund While it's possible to use a HELOC for RE investing or rehab projects, some lenders may be hesitant about this use.

Neighborhoods near key employers and amenities are particularly in demand.Rental Market:Huntsville’s rental market is thriving, with low vacancy rates and rising rents.

Been a great success for me, way better conversion rate that Zillow leads.

And if it exists, the rate on a second will be much higher than a first. 

we purchased the home at a 3% rate and have owned it for about 2 and a half years.