Special touches include hardwood floors, arched doorways, decorative molding, granite counters, and stainless-steel appliances.

@Linda Weygant is a CPA, investor, and specializes in house hacks. 

To have the edge over your competition, you will need to have the funds ready to go, know what to look for yourself, or have an investor agent who specializes in finding good deals for you.

Only said, "Just put 'Purchase is subject to the mortgage' in the Special provisions section on the TREC (For Texas) form.Anyone have any actual experience doing deals like this?

If you're just trying to supplement your income, do something a little more hands off.

I am 47, a single mom, a special education teacher and a recently licensed real estate agent ( which at the moment I am doing part-time while teaching).

Looking for agents to assist with the search and purchase, as well as lenders who specialize in underwriting self-employed individuals.

You should speak with an independent insurance broker who specializes in the needs of property investors.You will likely need a short-term vacant/renovation policy to cover the structure and your premises liability while rehabbing the property.

My wife and I got a First Position Heloc Loan, and I liked it so much that I left my job in Medical Sales to join a company that specializes in them!

Are there any brokers out there that are specializing in Airbnb / short-term rental properties?