The initial tenant issue was settled at $700 and change, which I paid.

The other I co-own with a good friend - I'll call this property B.

I am currently rebuilding my credit and have finally been able to start saving money and looking to get my first property by the end of next year.

STR income will always be dependent on who I managing the property, how nice the finishes and furnishings are, and the actual location of a property within the given city.With my STR in Destin, numbers are more or less the same as last year, perhaps down just a hair. 

You are already on the right track.  1. 

The easier it is for someone to click on something, the less likely they are to be a serious customer.

I'm borrowing at the rate of ~7% and 7% is a great return to me, especially with the stock market near all time highs. 

This allows you to make an offer without a HI contingency which is much more competitive than one with the contingency since you are buying the property as is.You can still get the home inspection after you settle to capture all of the detail items.

From the start, Peter seemed annoyed to be on the call.

By living in part of the property and renting out the other units or rooms, you can offset your mortgage and expenses.