For example, I have been informed from a couple of banks that even though my current Airbnb totally offsets the mortgage, they will not take the income from the property towards the DTI calculations but rather take the gross income from the Taxes filed and consider the mortgage amount as an expense, which was hard to understand.

@Ryan Runchey There is not really any good information out there on setting up Quickbooks online the right way for real estate investors.

On the other hand, Tampa, Florida, presents potential for strong appreciation and profitability in the short-term rental market, despite higher entry costs and potential competition.If you want to make smart decisions about investing in real estate, it's important to thoroughly research both Detroit and Tampa.

We also pull tax information and public records data to help estimate things on the expense side.I personally have 25 listings and recommend that folk do as you say and learn the nuances and intimacies for specific properties in specific markets.

I'm sure you've been thinking about it from multiple angles, but as an outsider, it doesn't seem like a wise decision.

If I need to clarify anything, please let me know, I know this is a lot of information. 

Before making any decisions, it's crucial to consult with a legal and financial advisor who can provide personalized guidance based on your specific circumstances.

There's so much bad info and just poorly informed opinions on the quality of skip trace services it can be difficult for someone to know what's legit and what isn't.   

What time and other information do I need? 

This isn't designed to be anything other than informative and/or inspirational to anyone on the fence about investing in real estate.April 19, 2023 my wife and I officially moved into our current primary residence.