With its own exterior entrance, soundproofing, and hotel-like amenities, guests have a comfortable space without ever entering our living area.

Even though you feel you don't reach the full cash flow potential, you gain on making the lives of those families more comfortable.

Despite that, case in point- a guest decided to wash the comforter, with the duvet still on it . .. .

How long can you comfortably stay in this house?

If you’re comfortable with the tenant risk and low cash flow in exchange for a solid property in good condition with long-term appreciation potential, then proceeding could make sense, maybe you you can negotiate some concessions?  

Choosing the best first property depends on the timeline, learning opportunities, financial comfort, and property appreciation and market demand.Good luck!

It's a method of getting them to participate so they feel comfortable asking questions and learning.

Aloha,Poorly maintained tanks, and especially tanks in an environment that creates excessive condensation on the exterior of the tank, often drip onto the floor, damaging floorcoverings and underlying typical subfloors or hardwood flooring.

Stick to areas you're comfortable with, and try to steer away from other people's "deal calculators"; you'll overwhelm yourself.  

What wouldn't be better than a Roth which is tax free, has no maintenance issues, and is "instantly" transferred to your heirs upon your death (any account names beneficiaries and is transferred on death).As always, it comes down to what one is comfortable investing in, or having somebody else invest / manage for you, and what can you effectively make money.