And since that equity will be trapped once your renovations are done, converting investment money into improvements on your primary doesn't feel like the best initial use (especially considering the huge up front cost of paying tax on the profit).I'd let the primary take care of itself. 

Feel free to message me.

I feel bad for the tenant but them wanting the convenience of having the broker handle it is going to cost them $10K in extra rent.Thanks again for your advice here!

Almost all full-time real estate agents know nothing about investing and urgency, so a part-timer who feels like they are doing you a favor will certainly not.A couple of notes, though.

If you feel strongly in the appreciation and you have a clear path to positive free cash flow, I would be very tempted to hold in my portfolio.

Good luck on your journey and feel free to reach out if you ever need any guidance or advice.

Keep in mind that when you are putting a furnished rental out into the world, it needs to be in a location where a single female can check in alone at night and feel safe getting from her car to the front door.

If you are ever at the North Carolina Real Estate Investor Association meeting in Raleigh every month, feel free to connect. 

Hi Julia, Starting out in land flipping can indeed seem daunting, especially when you're facing high costs for educational resources and feeling the pressure to make smart investments without a solid foundation of knowledge.

I feel the same way as you I like the idea of my rental properties being only a couple hours drive from where I live!