You would have to furnish it but because of the higher return of STRs, at least the money stress would be eased.Unfortunately the RE game is not a sure thing.

Fresh out of college and I'm looking to get my skin in the game in residential real estate investing.

They have more skin in the game then you do.Make sure you get clear title.

Not trying to scare you but these things are serious for an inexperienced investor and easily take you out of the game in the beginning if you are not prepared.

In response tonight my wife (also a RE professional) and myself played a game of "if ___, than ___" because there is ALWAYS options and opportunities, the only question is what and how. 

Zillow is the main player in the game where I live.

. - With game plan set, my plumber returns the following day to perform my work.

I'll stick to bigger pockets for now to learn the game.

For context some of the people I know who are potential lenders/partners are significantly older than I am and may not want to stay "in the game" as long as I do and will want to get the return on their investment sooner than me.Looking forward to everyone's feedback.Thanks!

Investors who are going to give you large sums of money to invest beyond maybe the down payment on a 2-4 unit multi family will want to know that you’ve got some years of experience under your belt and some skin in the game.