Across the remaining portfolio, I have a really good amount of equity which I can tap into based on opportunities but need to finish cleaning up my personal debt prior to going that route to get best rates etc.

@Chris Kay - Bigger Pockets has an older book now called "Estimating Rehab Costs" that was published prior the pandemic.

I recommend you speak with a lender about reviewing whether you could qualify for a loan prior to making an offer, as I've seen these kinds of things blow up.

I - nor my clients - will rent to anyone without having of proof of engagement prior to moving in.Hope this helps.

location of your QI really isn't a factor. 

I started a property management company in 2017 and am now managing almost 800 doors and 6 construction crews.If I could do it all over again, I would have spent a little more time setting up business systems prior to jumping in. 

Did you find any prior knowledge (tenant screening) of pets moving in?

If you chose to go out of state, then I would be sure to pick quality locations (B class or better).

Upon further review, there is 1 active Type 2 STR permit on this blockface prior to your STR application submittal, but a system glitch did not capture it on the OneStopMap.

I am sorry that the storm that passed through just prior to your stay required emergency roof repairs.