@Dustin Awtrey Yes, that's my understanding. 

Fast forward a few months, and they have non-paying tenants who are wrecking the place, and a MIA property manager who (understandably) won't put in the ENORMOUS amount of effort required to manage a property in a C or D area for a small-time client from another state.

Your experience and expertise would be invaluable in shaping my understanding of the industry, and I am eager to absorb any wisdom you are willing to share.I am open to any opportunities for collaboration and would be grateful for the chance to connect with you at your convenience.

Effective property management for short-term rentals, local regulation compliance, and understanding tax implications are vital components of successful co-ownership.

(but my interest/goal is 90% on the short term side)I will consider buying even a single one room unit, but before proceeding I'd like to make sure I understand the available options, that's why I'm interested firstly in getting an idea about the price levels for any available 2-3 units dwellings (eventually living in one) or, even if less interesting, two units in a condo for ease of management and negotiation

I hope you understand and will still renew your lease" and so on. 

I understand tenants will be paying it down but being totally debt free for 2 years now it just concerns me getting into a large amount of debt.

Thanks I would walk away but I would also want to understand - what is the concrete differential.

Nothing blithe about it Apparently your mind is too limited to understand freedom of movement.

I WILL be looking up your past posts and going through them.As a contractor, I understand most "builds" but, haven't actually invested in any units or locations as of yet.