I love partials for minimizing discount on notes (and to keep some of that interest rate working for you). 

BrittanySelf-managing your STRs will keep that 20-25% in your pocket. 

I’ll be sure to keep looking into everything you mentioned.

I believe interest is tax-deductible if used for property improvements or purchases, and it gives you quick access to funds while keeping your stock portfolio intact.Private Money Loan: If you have a trusted partner and terms that work well for both parties, this could be an efficient solution without tapping into your other assets.

Find local meetups, rub elbows with other investors, find out what they need, and then find a way to meet that need.For example, maybe an investor is growing fast and struggling to keep up with inspections.

I keep hearing that it's not the best investment right now because of the downturn after COVID.

I suggest 6 months of expenses to keep in cash.

Keep this to a single page.

Sounds like this could possibly be a Schedule C activity so keep self employment tax in mind.

Also, keep in mind that if you do self manage, you do put yourself at more risk for a legal issues.