Vrbo has free price automation software.I use Excel for book keeping.I don't pay for any third party software, not really needed on 1 or 2 properties.I charge a little extra for cleaning fee than actual cleaning costs.

Milton and Farmington can be excellent choices, too, often with more budget-friendly options and the chance to add value in less saturated areas, might have better cash flow luck here.For lenders and agents, I'd recommend networking with those who have experience specifically in the NH Seacoast markets since these towns can vary in terms of tenant demographics and rental demands.

The one you can scale.I know successful business owners in the fitness industry, tanning salons, real estate, window coverings, maintenance, billboard, ATMs, etc.Generally, I would be skeptical of jumping into a business based on YouTube videos hosted by and featuring people that are likely primarily trying to sell you their respective courses.Small businesses can indeed be great investments, but they are hard.  

Both can be excellent strategies, but one option may be significantly better for you based on the answers to these questions.

Sometimes when only one bedroom is available, people fake and squeeze to fit and you end up with over-occupancy.It's really a product of your market.

I think I haven't seen that floorplan you are talking about, not sure how you can fit 6 people in 500 ft2, do you mean 4 people?

I agree I am burnt out but I had excellent tenants before this incident.

This Meadowbrook Dr SE property presented an excellent opportunity due to its favorable location and untapped potential.

You can mitigate almost all of the risk by just hiring an excellent property manager. 

House hacking is undoubtedly an excellent way to embark on your real estate investing journey.It can significantly accelerate your path to financial independence.