Had ups and downs along the way as I'm sure many people have. 

Okay Peoria people, I live in Nashville now but I grew up in Peoria for 18 years.

So most do not worry about capex, so they will either patch it up to keep going or go into debt?

You just might simply not be able to work with who you want, for the price you want.

Consider saving up $10-$20 per square foot over the next year.Apply the Enemy Method to find and study your comps.

Software can't handle rent collection on late tenants, noise complaints, parking violations, unauthorized pets or people, maintenance coordination and supervision, inspections, and so much more.I don't advise anyone to invest in another state unless they have a solid PM lined up to handle the investment for them.  

Lenders generally do not care about the condition of a roof unless it comes up in the four point inspection or appraisal.

Although most just get the yes man/ma'am inspector that doesn't break up deals.

https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/what-documents-do-you-nee...BRRRR Loans: What Are the Options, and How Do DSCR Loans Stack Up?

Based on this ruling, the City no longer has any regulations for short term rentals.This should clear up an confusion about weather STR are allowed as the courts have unambiguously decided that they are both permitted and protected.