Again I don't think this is a 2024 or even early 2025 type problem, I am more so looking to maintain my current returns, while having the ability to scale further in the 3-5y horizon while tapping into equity built over the previous few years of renovations and property stabilization.Yes a normalized market is a great opportunity to grow the portfolio, which I certainly plan on doing, I just want to ensure I can tap into the dry gunpowder that has taken a lot of effort to create the past two years.

Even if you do paint/stain it, you need to make sure it is clean before doing anything-preparation is everything.Not sure how well paint would stick to those surfaces or wear. 

But I don’t even play a lawyer on TV or the internet. 

The model he flipped is called the Levittown Rancher, even though it's not actually a rancher lol.

Leaving it vacant for a year won't change anything and could likely even provide evidence of intent to commit mortgage fraud if you're prosecuted.

If you have any questions about the property, the rental process or even where to eat - please let me know!"

I only ask because I've seen many investors also get burnt out, switch careers and even liquidate their entire portfolios because of it.

If they're in D class neighborhoods (or even lower C class as well), then your options are pretty limited.

You can even get better with CDs and money market with no risk.  

So, the first thing I would look at is whether you would even be able to take on this project.