and will build appreciation and equity (via tenant paying your mortgage) until you sell.Selling in 2-3 years for 121 Tax Exclusion is probably best, though.Anything else will depend on your investment goals. 

I agree with what you said in your post, maybe add management as you build your portfolio. 

Don't look for a handout, go build connections.Figure out what your why is.

I have been a part of the bigger pockets community since I graduated college and have learned a lot but I have the biggest case of analysis paralysis!

Im new to real estate investing, I have 7 years of experience building from new homes to commercial builds.

@Kevin Kim Find the time and build your own lease.

We do the whole place in the same material (these are all apartments) and people love it, just like if someone put hardwood through the whole house. 

Some are doing this as a part time gig or after hours and its not working.

They are not wrong, but restricting STRs isn't going to change that; building more affordable housing, on the other hand, just may. 

However, the other benefits of owning real estate are: - Taxes (depreciation/potential accelerated depreciation)- Appreciation (this is NOT always guaranteed, but over time, you will have appreciation)- Building equity (in this scenario, as long as rent is paid, you'll build about $140 monthly in equity)Please note some expenses that are missing from this are: - Management fees (8-10% on average, if applicable)- Estimated vacancy costs (2-3%)- Estimated repairs (5%)Disclaimer: I am a real estate investor and own four rental properties.