In my experience, having a hot-tub can only help.

Houses are bigger, have more bells and whistles and people are willing to take on more debt-not for houses, but for extras (vacations, new cars every couple of years, experiences, etc). 

Hoping you may also have experience with large language model as well.

We also have zero RE investing experience, so we would be also be the much safer and easier option than having to manage a long-term rental. 

Anybody have any other suggestions or experience with going the management route? 

CPA/client relationship is definitely is something that needs careful consideration because want to find something that is the best fit for you in terms of risk tolerance level as well as budget.I just helped BP actually build out a CPA finder page so if you are still looking, check out that page to see service providers that have experience in working with RE investors https://www.biggerpockets.com/business/finder/tax-and-financ...

Luxora and her counterparts are trailblazing a path towards a more personalized and efficient homebuying experience, all while ensuring that human wisdom remains the cornerstone of every transaction.

In addition, you'll have 16 months of land-lording experience as opposed to none if you wait 32 months.

These lines of credit generally have 1-2 year renewal periods and require you to send the bank your tax returns and possibly personal financial statement on an annual basis.In my experience "HELOCs" are associated with your primary residence. 

But in my experience, the disclosure form is provided after escrow is opened.So figure $10k for roof (might be some bad wood).