Paying off the land contract would be considered a rate & term refinance.Why limit yourself to 5 years? 

Offered above asking price, but still slightly under what we figured market to be.

Airbnb offers a semd message to host option, but I'm unsure if it's appropriate to use for this purpose.

It is always simpler to use one system, but in my case that does not work as I found some functionalities pricy.Tracking rentals: stessa.comScreening: mysmartmove.comRental payments: apartments.comRepairs request: apartments.com

My plan was to buy this and live in it for a bit, but then eventually rented out as my first investment property. 

We have the capacity to go vertical, but we're open to selling permitted lots, developed lots, or finished homes.

With the Self Directed accounts your leverage IS more limited, but ALSO your risk is reduced due to that lower leverage and non-recourse type of loans.

They might have a little trouble in the first few months, but the long-term potential of the places was too much to pass up just to try to time the first few months of rent.

Now there should be a time limit for them to give your 1st month rent before they get the keys and take possession.

That first deal can definitely feel like a big step, but trust me, it's an exciting journey.Starting with Brandon Turner's book is a smart move.