I'm doing something of a marathon - have gone through a good 30 in the last week. 

Lastly, choose a lender who is experienced with real estate investments and can offer advice tailored to your needs.

(at least for now) Even with a somewhat slower year than last in rental demand, even with interest rates returning to historical norms, overall home prices in the Gatlinburg market continue to remain stable, if not slightly climbing. 

Despite a challenging economic environment marked by inflation and slowing consumer spending, major dining chains like Taco Bell, Outback Steakhouse, and Applebee’s are pushing ahead with expansion plans.Yum Brands—parent company of Taco Bell, KFC, and Pizza Hut—opened 894 new locations globally in Q2 2024, marking a 5% increase in total units from last year.

He invests out of Utica and has several rental properties there as well.

It will depend on the state but typically in order for a lien to be valid they will need to show a contract with the owner as well as properly name the owner in the suit.

Same kind of deal in the Syracuse area as well, about an hour-ish south!

That is going to last a few weeks. 

I am just not sure which I should give higher priority in 2025.Your advice would be very well appreciated.

You could always slip a 6 x 1 metal drip edge under the first row of shingles before you roll on the sealant.But yes, if you want the ultimate, and longest lasting product, metal is your way to go.I would not use a handyman for a job like this though.