So, if you're discussing business matters with your property manager or realtor during a meal, those expenses could potentially be deductible.Be mindful of distinguishing between personal and business expenses.

I, too, aim to be as accommodating to residents as possible.However...For my own liability protection and personal sanity, I'll only schedule our group viewings for when the resident can be physically present.For one thing, I'm a digital nomad (currently living in Colombia), so I'm likely never going to be conducting their viewing myself.But mostly, I don't want a resident claiming that some priceless heirloom went missing or got damaged after holding a showing in their absence.We'll pick a convenient time, typically 1 hour on a Saturday afternoon, and set appointments for up to 6 pre-screened buyers to take a look.

I would have to take out a personal loan plus some cash reserves but I honestly think that this deal is worth it.

From everything I’ve heard it’s best to have it under an LLC to separate it from my personal finances.

Purchasing a property out of state was a challenge with not being able to see it in person prior to closing.

Hey @Jarrett Fogelman - I personally advise against adding solar panels to your home if you're going into it with the mindset that you'll regain the $$ when you sell. 

When you go to refinance into a long term loan your personal credit score will 100% matter.

Each policy is different so when you call you insurance person ask.Proper, Foremost and many others now offer STR policies.

As for our personal experience in staying in RV park there are quite a few reasons why RVers will choose certain parks above others, but the biggest ones for us were easy to navigate and informational websites, advertising, good pricing and great reviews. 

Me personally......I'd take about 200K and lend throughout the state.