There are more listings to choose from now than any other time in nearly a decade.

Study different exit strategies, choose one based of off your goals, timeline, and risk tolerance, then find a mentor. 

New Orleans residents feel that AirBNB's have ruined the neighborhoods and character of living in New Orleans, making housing unaffordable for musicians and service industry workers and that the city has plenty of hotels for tourists to stay in.Adding units may be very easy or next to impossible depending on the zoning and neighborhood where the house is located.

Typically multi-family properties tend to cash flow better; however, it depends on the sales price and rent.

So, faced with the realities of working with a residential realtor and having to do all the above themselves, they usually choose not to invest in real estate.

It really depends on your risk tolerance.

I think best way to go is choose some areas of interest and verify STR restrictions.

Totally depends, but I find most self managers have no idea what the market rents or vacancy rates in their market are. 

As for the rate, it really depends on what sort of buyer you are looking to solicit.Good luck.

Depending on your financial objectives and the state of the market, you can decide to try the home hacking method again with a new FHA loan, look into other financing possibilities, or follow alternate investing techniques.Remember to consult with real estate professionals, conduct thorough due diligence, and make informed decisions throughout the process.