Another option is to rent it out and keep growing your equity while someone else covers the mortgage.

We are budget conscious and don't want to spend much on the interior by going with a general contractors(that will be the last option).

Some of my costs above are optional but not all.

I also practice as a Realtor because I enjoy it and it is extra income.So as an investor, your options are to get your RE license and have access to a lot of tools and do the research yourself (therefore you're paying with time, energy and a little money) or you work with a great realtor/investor in the specific market you're looking into.

Looking forward to reviewing these options.

It really depends on your comfort level and long-term goals, but even if you want to get into multifamily long-term, SFR may be the best option to gain some comfortability.

Add a Rental Security provision to receive stock options in Lazy Dogs LLC for any upside when it goes public!

Cash for keys will be my first option.

I think the economy has a number of diverse employment options, lower prices than King County while still being within driving distance.  

Hi: Carsyn, I'm in Oklahoma, curious to know what your platforms buy box is for SFR.