I'll explore the mini split, and the space heater options once the time comes. 

Shan, did you find any other options?

Background: I have typically done the BRRR method.

First and foremost, thank you for taking the time to read and for any help you can provide!Background:My wife and I current live just East of Dallas in a single-family home (past 2 years). We have a pretty decent chun...

If you're already uploading to Zillow, Apartments.com, and Craigslist, I think that's where you will see the most traffic and those are also the least expensive options.

However, lots of CUs and Locals are requiring you to keep deposits with them if you want a loan - typically around the 10% mark.

Seems like property mgmt has plenty of reasonable options.

My other options would be to Airbnb it (property close to Morgan State, JHH, and more) or rent it out to a regular or student tenant.

Single-Family Home with a Basement:Pros:Familiar single-family living with potential rental income.Can be a good starter home, quieter living if the basement is well-soundproofed.Potentially lower initial investment compared to a duplex (depending on renovations).Cons:Finding tenants might take longer, especially if the basement isn't a fully formed apartment.You'll be responsible for all maintenance and repairs for both units.Less separation between your living space and the rental unit.Multifamily Duplex:Pros:Clear separation between your living space and the rental unit.Potentially higher rental income with a full, separate unit.Faster tenant search as it's a more traditional rental format.Cons:Might be slightly more expensive upfront than a single-family home with a converted basement.Potential for noise complaints if the duplex isn't well-built.Dealing with potentially two sets of tenants (though vacancy rates are typically lower with duplexes).So, which one to buy first?

Any advice for beginners on navigating lending options?